Carlson
Itasca County, Minnesota — DOW #31036600
4 Surveys
188.06
Acres
7 ft
Max Depth
2
Fish Species
9
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Carlson. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Brown Bullhead
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992-06-01 | Standard trap nets | 6.1 | — | 0.21 lb | 49 |
| 1992-06-01 | Standard gill nets | 86.0 | — | 0.09 lb | 172 |
Black Bullhead
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992-06-01 | Standard gill nets | 8.0 | — | 0.10 lb | 16 |
| 1992-06-01 | Standard trap nets | 2.4 | — | 0.08 lb | 19 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
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Nearby Bait & Tackle
Best Bet Waxworm Wholesale Bait & Breeder Kits
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★ 5Bite Me Waxworms Wholesale Bait Shop
Deer River, MN
★ 3.7Diamond Custom Rods
Grand Rapids, MN
★ 5Fred's Live Bait & Tackle
Deer River, MN
★ 4.8Frontier Sports
Marcell, MN
★ 4.6Glen's Army & Navy Store
Grand Rapids, MN
★ 4.3God's Country Outfitters
Grand Rapids, MN
★ 4.4Hollywood Bait
Coleraine, MN
★ 4.5Nearby Marinas
Resorts & Lodges Near Carlson
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Carlson. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Carlson
Other Lakes in Itasca County
Plan Your Trip to Carlson
- Weather forecast for Carlson — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.1207°N, 93.5459°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.