Benson
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16005200
6 Surveys
32.6
Acres
5 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 Benson. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
CRC
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-07-13 | Misc. fish | 0.1 | — | 1 |
FND
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-07-13 | Misc. fish | 0.1 | — | 1 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-07-13 | Standard gill nets | 176.0 (above normal) | 2.0 – 15.0 | 0.13 lb | 176 |
| 1999-07-13 | Misc. fish | 0.4 | — | — | 3 |
| 1979-07-19 | Standard gill nets | 84.0 (above normal) | 2.0 – 15.0 | 0.19 lb | 168 |
NST
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-07-13 | Misc. fish | 0.1 | — | 1 |
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 Benson
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Benson. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Benson
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Plan Your Trip to Benson
- Weather forecast for Benson — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.8499°N, 90.2487°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.