Fay
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16078300
12 Surveys
71.29
Acres
62 ft
Max Depth
4
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Fay. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Lake Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996-07-31 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 2.64 lb | 1 |
| 1986-07-15 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 2.88 lb | 4 |
| 2024-06-18 | Standard gill nets | 6.8 (above normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 1.51 lb | 27 |
Green Sunfish
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996-07-31 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (above normal) | 0.2 – 0.9 | 0.11 lb | 4 |
| 2024-06-18 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (above normal) | 0.2 – 0.9 | 0.12 lb | 8 |
Golden Shiner
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996-07-31 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 | — | 0.08 lb | 1 |
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996-07-31 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 | — | 1.96 lb | 1 |
| 1986-07-15 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 | — | 1.50 lb | 1 |
| 2024-06-18 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 | — | 1.45 lb | 2 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996-07-31 | Standard gill nets | 7.0 (above normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 0.30 lb | 28 |
| 1986-07-15 | Standard gill nets | 10.0 (above normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 0.55 lb | 20 |
| 2024-06-18 | Standard gill nets | 3.5 (normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 0.98 lb | 14 |
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 Fay
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Fay. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Fay
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Plan Your Trip to Fay
- Weather forecast for Fay — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0790°N, 90.9124°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.