Clear
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38072200
50 Surveys
247.84
Acres
17 ft
Max Depth
7
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Clear. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-09-08 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 (normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 2.22 lb | 18 |
| 1984-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 4.8 (normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 2.01 lb | 29 |
| 1987-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 3.3 (normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 2.94 lb | 20 |
| 1990-09-12 | Standard gill nets | 4.8 (normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 2.59 lb | 29 |
| 1980-08-03 | Standard gill nets | 5.1 (normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 2.36 lb | 41 |
| 1998-08-17 | Standard gill nets | 4.3 (normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 1.73 lb | 26 |
| 2018-07-30 | Standard gill nets | 4.0 (normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 3.03 lb | 24 |
Black Crappie
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-09-08 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (normal) | 0.7 – 2.5 | 0.34 lb | 6 |
| 1984-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 1.7 (normal) | 0.7 – 2.5 | 0.27 lb | 10 |
| 1987-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 1.7 (normal) | 0.7 – 2.5 | 0.34 lb | 10 |
| 1990-09-12 | Standard gill nets | 2.2 (normal) | 0.7 – 2.5 | 0.16 lb | 13 |
| 1980-08-03 | Standard gill nets | 2.3 (normal) | 0.7 – 2.5 | 0.28 lb | 18 |
| 1998-08-17 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (normal) | 0.7 – 2.5 | 0.27 lb | 6 |
| 2018-07-30 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 0.7 – 2.5 | 0.20 lb | 3 |
Rock Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-09-08 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.3 – 2.0 | 0.28 lb | 1 |
| 1984-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.0 | 0.40 lb | 2 |
| 1987-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.3 – 2.0 | 0.20 lb | 1 |
| 1980-08-03 | Standard gill nets | 0.4 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.0 | 0.30 lb | 3 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-09-08 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.5 – 5.8 | 0.93 lb | 2 |
| 2018-07-30 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (normal) | 0.5 – 5.8 | 1.72 lb | 4 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-09-08 | Standard gill nets | 5.0 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 1.09 lb | 30 |
| 1984-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 2.7 (below normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 2.78 lb | 16 |
| 1987-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 4.2 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 1.53 lb | 25 |
| 1990-09-12 | Standard gill nets | 2.8 (below normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 1.08 lb | 17 |
| 1980-08-03 | Standard gill nets | 2.5 (below normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 3.35 lb | 20 |
| 1998-08-17 | Standard gill nets | 6.5 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 0.81 lb | 39 |
| 2018-07-30 | Standard gill nets | 7.3 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 1.27 lb | 44 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-09-08 | Standard gill nets | 2.5 (normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.13 lb | 15 |
| 1984-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.17 lb | 3 |
| 1987-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 1.3 (below normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.14 lb | 8 |
| 1990-09-12 | Standard gill nets | 2.7 (normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.10 lb | 16 |
| 1980-08-03 | Standard gill nets | 2.1 (below normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.12 lb | 17 |
| 1998-08-17 | Standard gill nets | 1.7 (below normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.12 lb | 10 |
| 2018-07-30 | Standard gill nets | 2.5 (normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.13 lb | 15 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-09-08 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (below normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 2.07 lb | 4 |
| 1984-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 2.2 (below normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 0.77 lb | 13 |
| 1987-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 3.2 (below normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 1.44 lb | 19 |
| 1990-09-12 | Standard gill nets | 3.7 (normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 0.78 lb | 22 |
| 1980-08-03 | Standard gill nets | 9.5 (normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 1.12 lb | 76 |
| 1998-08-17 | Standard gill nets | 3.7 (normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 2.79 lb | 22 |
| 2018-07-30 | Standard gill nets | 1.8 (below normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 0.33 lb | 11 |
Bluegill
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-09-08 | Standard gill nets | 2.7 | — | 0.15 lb | 16 |
| 1984-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 2.8 | — | 0.34 lb | 17 |
| 1987-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 3.5 | — | 0.10 lb | 21 |
| 1990-09-12 | Standard gill nets | 1.7 | — | 0.22 lb | 10 |
| 1980-08-03 | Standard gill nets | 1.4 | — | 0.08 lb | 11 |
| 1998-08-17 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 | — | 0.09 lb | 12 |
| 2018-07-30 | Standard gill nets | 2.2 | — | 0.08 lb | 13 |
Largemouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990-09-12 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.3 – 1.9 | 0.30 lb | 1 |
| 1980-08-03 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.3 – 1.9 | 0.85 lb | 2 |
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 Clear
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Clear.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Clear. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Clear
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 Clear
- Weather forecast for Clear — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9023°N, 91.6320°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.