Bench
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16006300
4 Surveys
28.67
Acres
16 ft
Max Depth
1
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Bench. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995-06-07 | Standard gill nets | 10.0 | — | 2.68 lb | 20 |
| 1990-06-14 | Standard gill nets | 20.0 | — | 0.32 lb | 40 |
| 1985-07-17 | Standard gill nets | 3.5 | — | 3.71 lb | 7 |
| 2003-06-05 | Standard gill nets | 8.5 | — | 0.93 lb | 17 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
Get DirectionsShowing 14 nearby bait & tackle shops on the map.
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 Bench
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Bench.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Bench. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Bench
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Plan Your Trip to Bench
- Weather forecast for Bench — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0558°N, 90.2375°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.