Boot
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38050300
21 Surveys
197.07
Acres
83 ft
Max Depth
10
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Boot. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Shorthead Redhorse
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-07-28 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 | — | 2.50 lb | 3 |
| 1980-07-29 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 | — | 3.12 lb | 4 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-07-28 | Standard gill nets | 1.7 (normal) | 0.6 – 2.4 | 3.60 lb | 5 |
| 2015-07-27 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (normal) | 0.6 – 2.4 | 5.64 lb | 12 |
| 1980-07-29 | Standard gill nets | 2.3 (normal) | 0.6 – 2.4 | 3.54 lb | 14 |
Rock Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-07-28 | Standard gill nets | 5.0 (above normal) | 0.4 – 1.2 | 0.13 lb | 15 |
| 2015-07-27 | Standard gill nets | 4.7 (above normal) | 0.4 – 1.2 | 0.11 lb | 28 |
| 1980-07-29 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (normal) | 0.4 – 1.2 | 0.17 lb | 4 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-07-28 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (normal) | 1.2 – 5.2 | 2.08 lb | 6 |
| 2015-07-27 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 (normal) | 1.2 – 5.2 | 2.61 lb | 18 |
| 1980-07-29 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (below normal) | 1.2 – 5.2 | 2.62 lb | 4 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-07-28 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 3.00 lb | 1 |
| 2015-07-27 | Standard gill nets | 1.7 (normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 3.20 lb | 10 |
| 1980-07-29 | Standard gill nets | 3.3 (normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 2.75 lb | 20 |
Tullibee (Cisco)
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-07-28 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (below normal) | 3.2 – 20.2 | 0.50 lb | 6 |
| 1980-07-29 | Standard gill nets | 3.2 (below normal) | 3.2 – 20.2 | 0.19 lb | 19 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-07-27 | Standard gill nets | 3.2 (above normal) | 0.3 – 1.4 | 1.52 lb | 19 |
| 1980-07-29 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (normal) | 0.3 – 1.4 | 0.40 lb | 2 |
Pumpkinseed
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-07-27 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 | — | 0.12 lb | 1 |
CIS
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-07-27 | Standard gill nets | 3.3 | — | 0.28 lb | 20 |
Largemouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-07-27 | Standard gill nets | 1.2 (above normal) | 0.3 – 1.1 | 2.24 lb | 7 |
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 Boot
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Boot.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Boot. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Boot
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 Boot
- Weather forecast for Boot — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0137°N, 91.3616°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.