Crooked
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16072300
14 Surveys
244.35
Acres
66 ft
Max Depth
3
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Crooked. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Burbot
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-07-16 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (normal) | 0.2 – 1.0 | 0.21 lb | 1 |
| 2016-06-21 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.2 – 1.0 | 0.35 lb | 1 |
| 1980-07-22 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.2 – 1.0 | 0.80 lb | 1 |
Lake Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-07-16 | Standard gill nets | 2.2 (normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 2.34 lb | 11 |
| 2016-06-21 | Standard gill nets | 4.0 (above normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 2.43 lb | 24 |
| 1980-07-22 | Standard gill nets | 3.5 (normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 1.99 lb | 21 |
| 1992-07-20 | Standard gill nets | 3.7 (normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 2.62 lb | 22 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-07-16 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.6 – 2.4 | 1.73 lb | 1 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-07-16 | Standard gill nets | 3.2 (normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 1.73 lb | 16 |
| 2016-06-21 | Standard gill nets | 1.5 (normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 2.33 lb | 9 |
| 1980-07-22 | Standard gill nets | 3.3 (normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 1.80 lb | 20 |
| 1992-07-20 | Standard gill nets | 1.3 (normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 2.90 lb | 8 |
Iowa Darter
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-06-21 | 15-ft beach seine | 0.3 | — | 1 |
BND
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-06-21 | 15-ft beach seine | 11.8 | — | 47 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
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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 Crooked
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Crooked. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Crooked
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Plan Your Trip to Crooked
- Weather forecast for Crooked — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0391°N, 90.9316°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.