Fourth McDougal
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38065700
11 Surveys
13.13
Acres
26 ft
Max Depth
2
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Fourth McDougal. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-07-15 | Standard gill nets | 4.5 (normal) | 1.1 – 5.8 | 1.03 lb | 9 |
| 1986-07-15 | Standard gill nets | 5.0 (normal) | 1.1 – 5.8 | 0.64 lb | 5 |
| 2000-08-16 | Standard gill nets | 5.0 (normal) | 1.1 – 5.8 | 0.89 lb | 10 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-07-15 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (below normal) | 1.1 – 12.4 | 0.43 lb | 2 |
| 1986-07-15 | Standard gill nets | 5.0 (normal) | 1.1 – 12.4 | 0.70 lb | 5 |
| 2000-08-16 | Minnow traps | 0.8 | — | — | 3 |
| 2000-08-16 | Standard gill nets | 9.5 (normal) | 1.1 – 12.4 | 0.58 lb | 19 |
Golden Shiner
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-07-15 | Minnow traps | 0.3 | — | 1 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986-07-15 | Standard gill nets | 4.0 (normal) | 2.4 – 16.0 | 1.35 lb | 4 |
| 2000-08-16 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (below normal) | 2.4 – 16.0 | 1.00 lb | 4 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000-08-16 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 1.0 – 8.9 | 2.54 lb | 1 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
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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 Fourth McDougal
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Fourth McDougal.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Fourth McDougal. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Fourth McDougal
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 Fourth McDougal
- Weather forecast for Fourth McDougal — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.6312°N, 91.5544°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.