Crystal
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16009000
19 Surveys
205.87
Acres
80 ft
Max Depth
6
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Crystal. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Lake Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-08-01 | Standard gill nets | 5.2 (above normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 3.57 lb | 31 |
| 2006-08-28 | Standard gill nets | 1.6 (normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 3.74 lb | 8 |
| 1988-08-24 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 3.12 lb | 12 |
Green Sunfish
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-08-01 | Minnow traps | 0.2 | — | — | 2 |
| 2016-08-01 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (normal) | 0.2 – 0.9 | 0.07 lb | 2 |
| 2006-08-28 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (normal) | 0.2 – 0.9 | 0.04 lb | 1 |
| 1988-08-24 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (normal) | 0.2 – 0.9 | 0.05 lb | 2 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-08-01 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.3 – 1.4 | 0.66 lb | 1 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-08-01 | Minnow traps | 0.1 | — | 0.01 lb | 1 |
| 2016-08-01 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 0.15 lb | 6 |
| 2006-08-28 | Standard gill nets | 1.2 (normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 0.12 lb | 6 |
| 1988-08-24 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 0.17 lb | 6 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-08-01 | Standard gill nets | 1.3 (normal) | 1.2 – 5.2 | 2.66 lb | 8 |
| 2006-08-28 | Standard gill nets | 0.8 (below normal) | 1.2 – 5.2 | 3.85 lb | 4 |
| 1988-08-24 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 (normal) | 1.2 – 5.2 | 4.35 lb | 18 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-08-01 | Standard gill nets | 1.3 (normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 1.16 lb | 8 |
| 2006-08-28 | Standard gill nets | 0.4 (below normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 2.30 lb | 2 |
| 1988-08-24 | Standard gill nets | 2.7 (normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 2.17 lb | 16 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988-08-24 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.6 – 2.4 | 3.50 lb | 1 |
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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
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Crystal. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
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Plan Your Trip to Crystal
- Weather forecast for Crystal — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0491°N, 90.2368°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.