Circle
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16011000
4 Surveys
33.52
Acres
3 ft
Max Depth
2 ft
Mean Depth
4
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Circle. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-18 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 | — | 1.00 lb | 1 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-18 | Standard trap nets | 117.0 (above normal) | 1.1 – 12.8 | 0.29 lb | 468 |
Common Shiner
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-18 | Standard trap nets | 0.8 | — | 0.10 lb | 3 |
CRC
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-18 | Standard trap nets | 12.3 | — | 0.21 lb | 49 |
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 Circle
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Circle.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Circle. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Circle
Other Lakes in Cook County
Plan Your Trip to Circle
- Weather forecast for Circle — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9145°N, 90.3598°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.