Bigsby
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16034400
24 Surveys
95.35
Acres
4 ft
Max Depth
5
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Bigsby. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977-07-01 | Standard trap nets | 1.5 (normal) | 1.0 – 5.9 | 0.55 lb | 6 |
| 1986-08-19 | Standard gill nets | 18.0 (above normal) | 2.0 – 16.0 | 0.41 lb | 36 |
| 1998-06-29 | 1/4-in trap nets | 10.2 | — | — | 61 |
| 1998-06-29 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 1.0 – 5.9 | 0.37 lb | 2 |
| 1998-06-29 | Standard gill nets | 11.3 (normal) | 2.0 – 16.0 | 0.26 lb | 34 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977-07-01 | Standard trap nets | 8.5 (above normal) | 0.3 – 1.6 | 1.68 lb | 34 |
| 1986-08-19 | Standard trap nets | 2.5 (above normal) | 0.3 – 1.6 | 0.50 lb | 10 |
| 1986-08-19 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 (normal) | 1.3 – 5.0 | 0.76 lb | 6 |
| 1998-06-29 | Standard gill nets | 2.3 (normal) | 1.3 – 5.0 | 2.08 lb | 7 |
| 1998-06-29 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.2 | — | 1.39 lb | 1 |
| 1998-06-29 | Standard trap nets | 1.7 (above normal) | 0.3 – 1.6 | 2.06 lb | 10 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977-07-01 | Standard trap nets | 7.5 | — | 1.40 lb | 30 |
| 1986-08-19 | Standard gill nets | 15.5 (above normal) | 2.8 – 8.5 | 1.44 lb | 31 |
| 1986-08-19 | Standard trap nets | 2.0 | — | 1.16 lb | 8 |
| 1998-06-29 | Standard gill nets | 15.0 (above normal) | 2.8 – 8.5 | 1.19 lb | 45 |
| 1998-06-29 | 1/4-in trap nets | 3.5 | — | 0.28 lb | 21 |
| 1998-06-29 | Standard trap nets | 2.7 | — | 1.19 lb | 16 |
Pumpkinseed
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986-08-19 | Standard trap nets | 1.0 (normal) | 0.5 – 3.4 | 0.44 lb | 4 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986-08-19 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.3 – 1.0 | 0.10 lb | 1 |
| 1998-06-29 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.8 – 2.8 | 2.50 lb | 1 |
| 1998-06-29 | Standard trap nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.3 – 1.0 | 1.32 lb | 1 |
SHI
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-06-29 | 1/4-in trap nets | 5.2 | — | 31 |
Fathead Minnow
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-06-29 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.2 | — | 1 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-06-29 | 1/4-in trap nets | 1.2 | — | 0.05 lb | 7 |
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 Bigsby
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Bigsby. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Bigsby
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Plan Your Trip to Bigsby
- Weather forecast for Bigsby — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.7299°N, 90.6346°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.