Gillis
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16075300
18 Surveys
615.87
Acres
180 ft
Max Depth
16 ft
Mean Depth
4
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Gillis. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Iowa Darter
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-06-19 | 15-ft beach seine | 2.0 | — | 12 |
Burbot
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-06-19 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.3 – 1.3 | 0.29 lb | 2 |
| 1997-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 0.8 (normal) | 0.3 – 1.3 | 0.70 lb | 7 |
| 1980-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 0.4 (normal) | 0.3 – 1.3 | 0.45 lb | 7 |
| 1992-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.3 – 1.3 | 0.97 lb | 2 |
Lake Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-06-19 | Standard gill nets | 6.7 (above normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 1.45 lb | 60 |
| 1997-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 6.1 (above normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 1.23 lb | 55 |
| 1980-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 2.2 (normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 1.70 lb | 35 |
| 1992-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 4.2 (normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 1.54 lb | 38 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-06-19 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.8 | 0.15 lb | 6 |
| 1997-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 2.4 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.8 | 0.11 lb | 22 |
| 1980-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 1.1 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.8 | 0.09 lb | 17 |
Bluntnose Minnow
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-06-19 | 15-ft beach seine | 1.2 | — | 7 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-06-19 | Standard gill nets | 10.6 (above normal) | 1.7 – 5.0 | 0.83 lb | 95 |
| 1997-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 7.0 (above normal) | 1.7 – 5.0 | 1.46 lb | 63 |
| 1980-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 8.6 (above normal) | 1.7 – 5.0 | 1.19 lb | 138 |
| 1992-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 2.4 (normal) | 1.7 – 5.0 | 1.58 lb | 22 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.3 – 1.0 | 14.55 lb | 1 |
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 Gillis
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Gillis. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
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Plan Your Trip to Gillis
- Weather forecast for Gillis — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0558°N, 90.9298°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.