Browns
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38078000
30 Surveys
218.87
Acres
19 ft
Max Depth
4
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Browns. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-08-14 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.6 – 6.3 | 0.20 lb | 1 |
| 1981-08-14 | Standard gill nets | 10.7 (normal) | 2.5 – 14.3 | 0.10 lb | 32 |
| 1991-08-16 | Standard trap nets | 2.7 (normal) | 0.6 – 6.3 | 0.17 lb | 16 |
| 1991-08-16 | Standard gill nets | 9.0 (normal) | 2.5 – 14.3 | 0.30 lb | 27 |
| 2011-06-15 | 1/4-in trap nets | 29.2 | — | — | 292 |
| 2011-06-15 | Standard trap nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 0.6 – 6.3 | 0.10 lb | 3 |
| 2011-06-15 | Standard gill nets | 5.0 (normal) | 2.5 – 14.3 | 0.42 lb | 20 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-08-14 | Standard trap nets | 4.3 (above normal) | 0.3 – 2.0 | 2.09 lb | 17 |
| 1981-08-14 | Standard gill nets | 10.3 (normal) | 2.2 – 10.5 | 2.24 lb | 31 |
| 1991-08-16 | Standard trap nets | 2.0 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.0 | 0.97 lb | 12 |
| 1991-08-16 | Standard gill nets | 11.7 (above normal) | 2.2 – 10.5 | 1.76 lb | 35 |
| 2011-06-15 | Standard gill nets | 10.8 (above normal) | 2.2 – 10.5 | 1.51 lb | 43 |
| 2011-06-15 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.5 | — | — | 5 |
| 2011-06-15 | Standard trap nets | 0.8 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.0 | 2.77 lb | 5 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-08-14 | Standard gill nets | 8.7 (above normal) | 2.0 – 8.5 | 2.31 lb | 26 |
| 1981-08-14 | Standard trap nets | 1.3 | — | 2.80 lb | 5 |
| 1991-08-16 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 (normal) | 2.0 – 8.5 | 2.08 lb | 18 |
| 1991-08-16 | Standard trap nets | 1.0 | — | 1.40 lb | 6 |
| 2011-06-15 | Standard gill nets | 6.3 (normal) | 2.0 – 8.5 | 2.67 lb | 25 |
| 2011-06-15 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.3 | — | — | 3 |
| 2011-06-15 | Standard trap nets | 1.3 | — | 1.43 lb | 8 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-08-14 | Standard gill nets | 1.7 (normal) | 1.6 – 8.4 | 1.98 lb | 5 |
| 1991-08-16 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (normal) | 1.6 – 8.4 | 2.30 lb | 6 |
| 2011-06-15 | Standard gill nets | 4.3 (normal) | 1.6 – 8.4 | 2.52 lb | 17 |
| 2011-06-15 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.2 | — | — | 2 |
| 2011-06-15 | Standard trap nets | 0.7 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.2 | 3.33 lb | 4 |
Johnny Darter
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-06-15 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.1 | — | 1 |
Golden Shiner
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-06-15 | 1/4-in trap nets | 22.8 | — | 228 |
NRD
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-06-15 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.1 | — | 1 |
BNS
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-06-15 | 1/4-in trap nets | 128.0 | — | 1280 |
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 Browns
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Browns.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Browns. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Browns
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 Browns
- Weather forecast for Browns — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9602°N, 91.7614°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.