Bulge
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16036400
4 Surveys
11.04
Acres
8 ft
Max Depth
4
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Bulge. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 8.5 (normal) | 3.9 – 9.4 | 1.62 lb | 17 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 9.5 (above normal) | 1.0 – 7.2 | 1.37 lb | 19 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 4.0 (normal) | 2.0 – 23.0 | 0.09 lb | 8 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 5.0 (normal) | 2.6 – 17.5 | 2.40 lb | 10 |
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 Bulge
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Bulge. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Bulge
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Plan Your Trip to Bulge
- Weather forecast for Bulge — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.7906°N, 90.7631°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.