Pyramid State Park - Galum Lake
Location 10 acres
Fishing Outlook
Bluegill
Average
Similar to Redear, the Bluegill catch was minimal during the 2024 electrofishing survey and was skewed to smaller individuals. Given the extreme water clarity, depth, and lack of shallow water habitat in Galum Lake, it is unlikely the Bluegill population was accurately represented during the electrofishing survey, which occurred during daytime in mid-April. The next electrofishing survey will be conducted at night and will be pushed back to May when most Bluegill move shallow to spawn. This survey should yield a more representative sample of the Bluegill population.
Black Crappie
Average
Only eight Black Crappie were collected during the initial electrofishing survey in 2024. Black Crappie in the sample measured between 8-9". Relative weight generally decreased with increasing length, indicating stunted growth.
Redear Sunfish
Good
Similar to Bluegill, the Redear catch was minimal during the 2024 electrofishing survey. However one individual measured 9.1" in length, indicating desirable growth potential. Given the extreme water clarity, depth, and lack of shallow water habitat in Galum Lake, it is unlikely the Redear population was accurately represented during the electrofishing survey, which occurred during daytime in mid-April. The next electrofishing survey will be conducted at night and will be pushed back to May when most Redear move shallow to spawn. This survey should yield a more representative sample of the Redear population.
Largemouth Bass
Average
The initial fish population assessment at Galum Lake was completed in 2024, which consisted of a 10-minute spring electrofishing survey. Results indicate that Largemouth Bass are abundant, but growth is likely stunted. Of the bass collected, the largest measured only 13.2" and all bass over 9" demonstrated poor relative weight (plumpness). A high abundance of stunted bass is fairly typical of a highly vegetated, infertile strip mine lake such as Galum Lake.
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Description
Galum Lake is a 10-acre strip mine lake located in the Galum Unit of Pyramid State Park. There is a gravel boat launch but no other facilities. Water clarity is extremely high and game fish can be observed swimming several meters under the surface.Fishery History
The initial fish population assessment at Galum Lake was completed in 2024, and it consisted of a 10-minute spring electrofishing survey. Results indicate that Largemouth Bass growth is likely stunted, as very few appear to exceed 13 inches in length. Other fish in the sample included Black Crappie in the 8- to 9-inch range, several small Bluegill, and a few Redear Sunfish. The next electrofishing survey at this lake will be done later in the spring when Bluegill and Redear Sunfish are spawning, as this is likely the only time window that larger individuals of these species will be susceptible to electrofishing.Site Regulations
There is no motor horsepower limit at Pyramid, however all boats must be operated at no-wake speed.
Fishing is prohibited from November 1 through the last day of February.
Site-Specific Fishing Regulations:
- Recreational Use Restriction: Waterfowl Refuge or Hunting Area (see above)
- All Fish: 2 pole and line fishing only and each pole must not have more than 2 hooks or lures attached while fishing; bow fishing is allowed
- Bluegill or Redear Sunfish: 25 Fish Daily Harvest Limit
- Channel Catfish: 6 Fish Daily Harvest Limit
- Large or Smallmouth Bass: 6 Fish Daily Harvest Limit (statewide regulation)
- White, Black, or Hybrid Crappie: 25 Fish Daily Harvest Limit
Additional Information
Planning to eat your catch? Fish Consumption Advisory information can be found here: Fish Consumption Advisory Page