Axe
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16040700
10 Surveys
54.77
Acres
12 ft
Max Depth
3
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Axe. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000-07-13 | Standard gill nets | 4.7 (normal) | 2.8 – 8.5 | 1.78 lb | 14 |
| 1991-07-09 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 2.8 – 8.5 | 1.75 lb | 1 |
| 1974-07-10 | Standard gill nets | 7.0 (normal) | 2.8 – 8.5 | 1.33 lb | 21 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000-07-13 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 (normal) | 1.3 – 5.0 | 1.66 lb | 9 |
| 1991-07-09 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 (normal) | 1.3 – 5.0 | 1.17 lb | 9 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000-07-13 | Standard gill nets | 8.7 (normal) | 4.0 – 14.5 | 2.61 lb | 26 |
| 1991-07-09 | Standard gill nets | 8.7 (normal) | 4.0 – 14.5 | 2.09 lb | 26 |
| 1974-07-10 | Standard gill nets | 6.7 (normal) | 4.0 – 14.5 | 1.65 lb | 20 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991-07-09 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (below normal) | 2.0 – 16.0 | 0.12 lb | 2 |
| 1974-07-10 | Standard gill nets | 1.3 (below normal) | 2.0 – 16.0 | 0.09 lb | 4 |
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 Axe
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Axe. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Axe
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Plan Your Trip to Axe
- Weather forecast for Axe — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9105°N, 90.6856°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.