Bogus
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16005000
27 Surveys
18.29
Acres
25 ft
Max Depth
10 ft
Mean Depth
2
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Bogus. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Golden Shiner
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983-07-19 | Standard trap nets | 2.0 | — | — | 8 |
| 2023-10-02 | 1/4-in trap nets | 31.5 | — | — | 126 |
| 2003-10-07 | Standard trap nets | 0.4 | — | 0.06 lb | 4 |
SPT
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983-07-19 | Standard gill nets | 8.5 | — | 0.24 lb | 17 |
| 2007-10-01 | Standard trap nets | 4.4 | — | 0.74 lb | 44 |
| 2023-10-02 | Standard trap nets | 1.0 | — | 0.38 lb | 6 |
| 2023-10-02 | 1/4-in trap nets | 2.3 | — | 0.38 lb | 9 |
| 2000-09-28 | Standard gill nets | 14.0 | — | 0.73 lb | 14 |
| 2000-09-28 | Standard trap nets | 4.6 | — | 0.76 lb | 46 |
| 2003-10-07 | Standard gill nets | 7.0 | — | 0.66 lb | 7 |
| 2003-10-07 | Standard trap nets | 8.4 | — | 0.68 lb | 84 |
| 1996-09-24 | Standard trap nets | 7.1 | — | 0.80 lb | 71 |
| 1990-09-24 | Standard trap nets | 2.2 | — | 0.57 lb | 22 |
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983-07-19 | Standard gill nets | 7.0 | — | 1.18 lb | 14 |
| 1990-09-24 | Standard trap nets | 0.2 | — | 1.12 lb | 2 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007-10-01 | Standard trap nets | 2.2 (normal) | 0.7 – 4.8 | 0.69 lb | 22 |
| 2023-10-02 | 1/4-in trap nets | 121.0 | — | 0.01 lb | 484 |
| 2023-10-02 | Standard trap nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 0.7 – 4.8 | 1.15 lb | 3 |
| 2000-09-28 | Standard trap nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.7 – 4.8 | 1.54 lb | 1 |
| 2000-09-28 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (normal) | 1.0 – 8.9 | 0.46 lb | 1 |
| 2003-10-07 | Standard trap nets | 0.6 (below normal) | 0.7 – 4.8 | 2.65 lb | 6 |
| 1996-09-24 | Standard trap nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.7 – 4.8 | 2.92 lb | 1 |
Fathead Minnow
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-10-02 | 1/4-in trap nets | 345.0 | — | 1380 |
BST
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-10-02 | 1/4-in trap nets | 79.3 | — | 317 |
| 2000-09-28 | Minnow traps | 2.5 | — | 25 |
FND
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-10-02 | 1/4-in trap nets | 12.5 | — | 50 |
BNS
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-10-02 | 1/4-in trap nets | 5.0 | — | 20 |
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 Bogus
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Bogus. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Bogus
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Plan Your Trip to Bogus
- Weather forecast for Bogus — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.8668°N, 90.1378°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.