Bear
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38040500
10 Surveys
44.37
Acres
31 ft
Max Depth
23.8 ft
Mean Depth
4
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Bear. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-07-08 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.3 | — | — | 2 |
| 2008-07-08 | Standard trap nets | 3.8 (above normal) | 0.3 – 2.5 | 0.15 lb | 34 |
| 2008-07-08 | Standard gill nets | 96.0 (above normal) | 1.0 – 8.0 | 0.21 lb | 288 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-07-08 | Standard gill nets | 12.7 (above normal) | 1.5 – 10.4 | 1.71 lb | 38 |
| 2008-07-08 | Standard trap nets | 0.6 (below normal) | 0.8 – 4.6 | 0.78 lb | 5 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-07-08 | Standard gill nets | 10.7 (above normal) | 0.4 – 1.3 | 0.62 lb | 32 |
| 2008-07-08 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.5 | — | 0.03 lb | 3 |
| 2008-07-08 | Standard trap nets | 9.2 (above normal) | 0.5 – 2.9 | 0.38 lb | 83 |
Pumpkinseed
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-07-08 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.7 | — | 0.06 lb | 4 |
| 2008-07-08 | Standard trap nets | 3.4 (above normal) | 0.5 – 2.8 | 0.14 lb | 31 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
Get DirectionsShowing 14 nearby bait & tackle shops on the map.
Nearby Bait & Tackle
Agate Bay Outfitters LLC
Two Harbors, MN
★ 4.4Boundary Waters Outfitters
Ely, MN
★ 4.9Canadian Border Outfitters
Ely, MN
★ 4.8Granite Gear Inc
Two Harbors, MN
★ 4.7North Country Canoe Outfitters
Ely, MN
★ 4.9Red Rock Wilderness Store
Ely, MN
★ 5Seagren's Home Hardware Outdoors
Two Harbors, MN
★ 4.6Veness Bait & Tackle
Two Harbors, MN
★ 3.9Nearby Marinas
Resorts & Lodges Near Bear
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Bear.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Bear. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Bear
Boreal Triangle Guide Service
(218) 830-2148
Boundary Waters Fishing Guide
(218) 235-9595
Duluth Superior Charter Fishing with Capt Paul Morris aboard Freedom II
(218) 428-5562
Ely Ice Fishing Company
(218) 365-3466
James Addiction Charter Fishing
(218) 213-8816
Muskie Doom Guide Service
(218) 491-3277
Other Lakes in Lake County
Plan Your Trip to Bear
- Weather forecast for Bear — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.2851°N, 91.3444°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.