Cat
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38055600
17 Surveys
43.4
Acres
21 ft
Max Depth
7 ft
Mean Depth
7
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Cat. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979-06-18 | Standard gill nets | 4.5 (normal) | 2.0 – 8.5 | 0.56 lb | 18 |
| 1979-06-18 | Standard trap nets | 1.3 | — | 1.14 lb | 19 |
| 1990-08-10 | Standard trap nets | 0.4 | — | 1.48 lb | 4 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979-06-18 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (normal) | 1.6 – 8.4 | 2.51 lb | 8 |
| 1979-06-18 | Standard trap nets | 0.5 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.2 | 2.03 lb | 7 |
| 1990-08-10 | Standard trap nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.3 – 2.2 | 3.50 lb | 1 |
Bluegill
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979-06-18 | Standard trap nets | 0.7 (normal) | 0.6 – 17.9 | 0.13 lb | 10 |
| 1990-08-10 | Standard trap nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 0.6 – 17.9 | 0.12 lb | 5 |
Largemouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979-06-18 | Standard trap nets | 0.2 (normal) | 0.2 – 0.5 | 0.47 lb | 3 |
| 1990-08-10 | Standard trap nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.2 – 0.5 | 2.80 lb | 1 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979-06-18 | Standard gill nets | 4.3 (normal) | 2.2 – 10.5 | 1.14 lb | 17 |
| 1979-06-18 | Standard trap nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.3 – 2.0 | 6.00 lb | 1 |
| 1990-08-10 | Standard trap nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.3 – 2.0 | 2.30 lb | 1 |
Black Crappie
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979-06-18 | Standard trap nets | 0.4 (below normal) | 1.7 – 8.0 | 0.37 lb | 6 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979-06-18 | Standard gill nets | 4.8 (normal) | 2.5 – 14.3 | 0.12 lb | 19 |
| 1990-08-10 | Standard trap nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.6 – 6.3 | 0.10 lb | 2 |
Rock Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990-08-10 | Standard trap nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.3 – 1.4 | 0.20 lb | 1 |
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 Cat
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Cat.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Cat. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Cat
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 Cat
- Weather forecast for Cat — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.6962°N, 91.4578°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.