Boys
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16004400
26 Surveys
23.86
Acres
13 ft
Max Depth
5.4 ft
Mean Depth
3
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Boys. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995-10-11 | Standard trap nets | 9.0 | — | 0.51 lb | 90 |
| 2009-09-24 | Standard gill nets | 10.5 | — | 0.33 lb | 21 |
| 2018-09-19 | Minnow traps | 0.1 | — | — | 1 |
| 2018-09-19 | Standard gill nets | 28.0 | — | 0.56 lb | 56 |
| 2000-10-04 | Standard trap nets | 7.0 | — | 0.43 lb | 70 |
| 1996-09-30 | Standard trap nets | 2.1 | — | 0.38 lb | 21 |
| 2001-10-15 | Standard trap nets | 8.2 | — | 0.60 lb | 82 |
| 1986-06-11 | Standard gill nets | 26.0 | — | 0.70 lb | 52 |
| 1999-10-06 | Standard trap nets | 3.1 | — | 0.32 lb | 31 |
| 2013-09-23 | Minnow traps | 0.1 | — | 0.04 lb | 1 |
| 2013-09-23 | Standard gill nets | 9.5 | — | 0.54 lb | 19 |
| 1997-10-13 | Standard trap nets | 6.7 | — | 0.44 lb | 67 |
Fathead Minnow
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-09-24 | Minnow traps | 2.5 | — | 15 |
| 2018-09-19 | Minnow traps | 17.0 | — | 136 |
| 2013-09-23 | Minnow traps | 0.1 | — | 1 |
NRD
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-09-24 | Minnow traps | 63.2 | — | 379 |
BST
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-09-24 | Minnow traps | 1.8 | — | 11 |
| 2018-09-19 | Minnow traps | 1.4 | — | 11 |
FND
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-09-19 | Minnow traps | 41.4 | — | 331 |
| 2013-09-23 | Minnow traps | 1.0 | — | 8 |
SPT
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-09-19 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 | — | 1.07 lb | 2 |
| 1996-09-30 | Standard trap nets | 0.2 | — | 0.26 lb | 2 |
| 1997-10-13 | Standard trap nets | 0.8 | — | 0.67 lb | 8 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986-06-11 | Standard gill nets | 52.5 (above normal) | 2.0 – 23.0 | 0.15 lb | 105 |
| 2013-09-23 | Minnow traps | 3.3 | — | 0.01 lb | 26 |
| 2013-09-23 | Standard gill nets | 16.0 (normal) | 2.0 – 23.0 | 0.22 lb | 32 |
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 Boys
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Boys. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Boys
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Plan Your Trip to Boys
- Weather forecast for Boys — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.8728°N, 90.2193°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.