Extortion
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16045000
7 Surveys
16.34
Acres
36 ft
Max Depth
1
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Extortion. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Rainbow Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 | — | 0.89 lb | 4 |
| 2009-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 4.0 | — | 0.75 lb | 8 |
SPT
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000-09-06 | Standard gill nets | 3.5 | — | 0.65 lb | 7 |
| 2002-09-09 | Standard gill nets | 5.0 | — | 0.46 lb | 10 |
| 1995-09-26 | Standard gill nets | 5.0 | — | 0.81 lb | 5 |
CRC
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002-09-09 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 | — | 0.31 lb | 1 |
BNT
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-09-19 | Standard gill nets | 2.5 | — | 2.70 lb | 5 |
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 Extortion
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Extortion. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Extortion
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Plan Your Trip to Extortion
- Weather forecast for Extortion — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0668°N, 90.7544°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.