Alpine
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16075900
18 Surveys
908.63
Acres
65 ft
Max Depth
8
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Alpine. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.6 – 2.4 | 6.50 lb | 1 |
| 1972-08-08 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.6 – 2.4 | 1.70 lb | 3 |
| 2002-09-03 | Standard gill nets | 0.6 (normal) | 0.6 – 2.4 | 2.87 lb | 5 |
| 2002-09-03 | Misc. fish | 1.0 | — | 2.98 lb | 1 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 3.3 (normal) | 1.2 – 5.2 | 1.58 lb | 30 |
| 1972-08-08 | Standard gill nets | 5.2 (normal) | 1.2 – 5.2 | 1.73 lb | 62 |
| 2002-09-03 | Standard gill nets | 4.3 (normal) | 1.2 – 5.2 | 2.55 lb | 34 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 0.30 lb | 1 |
LKW
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 11.8 (normal) | 1.6 – 15.5 | 1.63 lb | 106 |
| 1972-08-08 | Standard gill nets | 14.2 (normal) | 1.6 – 15.5 | 1.39 lb | 170 |
| 2002-09-03 | Standard gill nets | 7.1 (normal) | 1.6 – 15.5 | 1.39 lb | 57 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 0.25 lb | 1 |
| 1972-08-08 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (below normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 3.34 lb | 8 |
| 2002-09-03 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 2.82 lb | 4 |
Tullibee (Cisco)
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 26.3 (above normal) | 3.2 – 20.2 | 0.13 lb | 237 |
Lake Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-08-08 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 5.90 lb | 2 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-08-08 | Standard gill nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.3 – 1.4 | 3.00 lb | 1 |
| 2002-09-03 | Standard gill nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.3 – 1.4 | 1.55 lb | 1 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
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Nearby Bait & Tackle
Bear Track Outfitting Co.
Grand Marais, MN
★ 3.3Buck's Hardware
Grand Marais, MN
★ 4.5Clearwater BWCA Outfitters
Grand Marais, MN
★ 5Hungry Jack Canoe Outfitters
Grand Marais, MN
★ 4.7Lake Superior Trading Post
Grand Marais, MN
★ 4.6Moose Tracks
Grand Marais, MN
★ 4.5Northern Goods
Grand Marais, MN
★ 4.7The Fisherman's Daughter at Dockside Fish Market
Grand Marais, MN
★ 4.7Nearby Marinas
Resorts & Lodges Near Alpine
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Alpine. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
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Plan Your Trip to Alpine
- Weather forecast for Alpine — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.1324°N, 90.9945°W — Get Directions
- View on MN DNR LakeFinder for the latest survey data and lake info
- Review Minnesota fishing regulations for season dates and limits
- A Minnesota fishing license is required for ages 16+ — buy online at dnr.state.mn.us
Data sourced from Minnesota DNR Division of Fish and Wildlife. Last verified: March 19, 2026. Learn how we maintain this data.