Comfort
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38029000
33 Surveys
41.59
Acres
7 ft
Max Depth
8
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Comfort. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.0 | 2.13 lb | 18 |
| 2025-06-23 | Standard trap nets | 1.3 | — | 2.11 lb | 12 |
| 2015-07-06 | Standard gill nets | 3.7 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.0 | 2.62 lb | 11 |
| 2015-07-06 | Standard trap nets | 0.9 | — | 1.57 lb | 8 |
| 2015-07-06 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.3 | — | 0.66 lb | 1 |
Black Crappie
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 6.7 (above normal) | 0.7 – 5.0 | 0.35 lb | 20 |
| 2025-06-23 | Standard trap nets | 1.7 (normal) | 0.7 – 3.8 | 0.40 lb | 15 |
| 2015-07-06 | 1/4-in trap nets | 2.3 | — | 0.57 lb | 7 |
| 2015-07-06 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.7 – 5.0 | 0.15 lb | 1 |
| 2015-07-06 | Standard trap nets | 1.4 (normal) | 0.7 – 3.8 | 0.75 lb | 13 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 6.3 (normal) | 5.3 – 22.1 | 1.15 lb | 19 |
| 2015-07-06 | 1/4-in trap nets | 22.3 | — | 0.18 lb | 67 |
| 2015-07-06 | Standard gill nets | 8.0 (normal) | 5.3 – 22.1 | 1.53 lb | 24 |
| 2015-07-06 | Standard trap nets | 1.9 (normal) | 0.9 – 4.5 | 2.15 lb | 17 |
Bluegill
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-23 | Standard trap nets | 1.0 (normal) | 0.6 – 6.5 | 0.02 lb | 9 |
| 2025-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 | — | 0.10 lb | 1 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-23 | Standard trap nets | 1.4 (normal) | 0.5 – 3.8 | 0.06 lb | 13 |
| 2025-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 6.7 (normal) | 3.3 – 18.3 | 0.13 lb | 20 |
| 2015-07-06 | Standard trap nets | 3.0 (normal) | 0.5 – 3.8 | 0.11 lb | 27 |
| 2015-07-06 | 1/4-in trap nets | 35.3 | — | 0.01 lb | 106 |
| 2015-07-06 | Standard gill nets | 16.3 (normal) | 3.3 – 18.3 | 0.11 lb | 49 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 2.3 – 9.6 | 1.30 lb | 1 |
| 2025-06-23 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.4 – 1.8 | 2.46 lb | 3 |
| 2015-07-06 | Standard gill nets | 2.3 (normal) | 2.3 – 9.6 | 1.26 lb | 7 |
| 2015-07-06 | Standard trap nets | 0.4 (normal) | 0.4 – 1.8 | 3.08 lb | 4 |
Pumpkinseed
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-23 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.4 – 4.5 | 0.04 lb | 3 |
| 2015-07-06 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.3 | — | 0.07 lb | 1 |
| 2015-07-06 | Standard trap nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.4 – 4.5 | 0.09 lb | 2 |
Golden Shiner
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-23 | Standard trap nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.3 – 2.8 | 0.03 lb | 1 |
| 2015-07-06 | Standard trap nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.3 – 2.8 | 0.06 lb | 1 |
Rock Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.4 – 2.3 | 0.17 lb | 1 |
BNS
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-07-06 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.3 | — | 1 |
Iowa Darter
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-07-06 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.3 | — | 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 Comfort
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Comfort.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Comfort. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Comfort
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 Comfort
- Weather forecast for Comfort — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.7653°N, 91.2418°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.