Benson
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38001800
23 Surveys
19.4
Acres
36 ft
Max Depth
1
Fish Species
8
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.
SPT
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991-06-19 | Standard gill nets | 27.0 | — | 0.49 lb | 27 |
| 1991-06-19 | Standard trap nets | 1.6 | — | 0.29 lb | 19 |
| 1993-10-11 | Standard trap nets | 14.1 | — | 0.30 lb | 225 |
| 1986-07-14 | Standard gill nets | 9.0 | — | 0.91 lb | 9 |
| 1986-07-14 | Standard trap nets | 3.5 | — | 0.15 lb | 21 |
| 1997-09-17 | Standard trap nets | 3.2 | — | 0.66 lb | 51 |
| 2009-09-22 | Standard trap nets | 1.2 | — | 0.63 lb | 19 |
| 2025-10-20 | Standard trap nets | 19.9 | — | 0.60 lb | 299 |
| 2014-09-22 | 1/4-in trap nets | 1.5 | — | 0.79 lb | 6 |
| 2014-09-22 | Standard trap nets | 2.6 | — | 0.90 lb | 41 |
| 2000-10-17 | Standard trap nets | 2.8 | — | 0.94 lb | 44 |
| 2021-09-20 | Standard trap nets | 6.2 | — | 0.43 lb | 99 |
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986-07-14 | Standard trap nets | 11.7 | — | 0.38 lb | 70 |
| 1986-07-14 | Standard gill nets | 64.0 | — | 0.37 lb | 64 |
BST
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-09-22 | 1/4-in trap nets | 13.3 | — | 40 |
| 2014-09-22 | 1/4-in trap nets | 1.5 | — | 6 |
FND
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-09-22 | 1/4-in trap nets | 126.7 | — | 380 |
| 2014-09-22 | 1/4-in trap nets | 7.8 | — | 31 |
Fathead Minnow
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-09-22 | 1/4-in trap nets | 210.0 | — | 630 |
| 2014-09-22 | 1/4-in trap nets | 453.0 | — | 1812 |
NRD
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014-09-22 | 1/4-in trap nets | 8.8 | — | 35 |
CRC
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014-09-22 | 1/4-in trap nets | 56.8 | — | 227 |
PRD
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014-09-22 | 1/4-in trap nets | 3.8 | — | 15 |
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 Benson
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Benson.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Benson. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Benson
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 Benson
- Weather forecast for Benson — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.4744°N, 91.1131°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.