Gull
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16063200
59 Surveys
Special Regulations for Gull
This lake has regulations that differ from statewide defaults. Always check before fishing.
- Possession limit three, only one over 20".
- Closed to fishing from April 1, 2017 through May 26, 2017.
167.88
Acres
40 ft
Max Depth
12
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Gull. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Tullibee (Cisco)
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-07-08 | Standard gill nets | 3.3 (normal) | 1.0 – 5.3 | 0.72 lb | 10 |
| 1993-08-09 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 1.0 – 5.3 | 1.10 lb | 2 |
| 1998-08-24 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (normal) | 1.0 – 5.3 | 1.40 lb | 12 |
Green Sunfish
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-07-08 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 | — | 0.05 lb | 1 |
| 1985-07-08 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (above normal) | 0.3 – 0.3 | 0.05 lb | 1 |
| 1998-08-24 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (above normal) | 0.3 – 0.3 | 0.10 lb | 2 |
| 2017-08-14 | Standard trap nets | 0.1 | — | 0.16 lb | 1 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-07-08 | Standard gill nets | 1.3 (normal) | 1.2 – 3.9 | 8.44 lb | 4 |
| 1985-07-08 | Standard trap nets | 1.3 | — | 0.85 lb | 5 |
| 1993-08-09 | Standard gill nets | 0.8 (below normal) | 1.2 – 3.9 | 3.56 lb | 3 |
| 1993-08-09 | Standard trap nets | 0.6 | — | 2.03 lb | 3 |
| 1998-08-24 | Standard gill nets | 1.5 (normal) | 1.2 – 3.9 | 4.12 lb | 9 |
| 1998-08-24 | Standard trap nets | 0.1 | — | 0.58 lb | 1 |
| 2017-08-14 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (below normal) | 1.2 – 3.9 | 3.04 lb | 6 |
| 2017-08-14 | Standard trap nets | 0.7 | — | 1.55 lb | 6 |
| 2017-08-14 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.7 | — | 2.30 lb | 6 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-07-08 | Standard gill nets | 1.7 (below normal) | 2.6 – 11.7 | 2.80 lb | 5 |
| 1985-07-08 | Standard trap nets | 1.5 (normal) | 0.7 – 2.3 | 3.08 lb | 6 |
| 1993-08-09 | Standard gill nets | 2.3 (below normal) | 2.6 – 11.7 | 3.05 lb | 9 |
| 1993-08-09 | Standard trap nets | 1.0 (normal) | 0.7 – 2.3 | 3.27 lb | 5 |
| 1998-08-24 | Standard gill nets | 2.2 (below normal) | 2.6 – 11.7 | 2.40 lb | 13 |
| 1998-08-24 | Standard trap nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.7 – 2.3 | 2.44 lb | 2 |
| 2017-08-14 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.3 | — | — | 3 |
| 2017-08-14 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (below normal) | 2.6 – 11.7 | 2.92 lb | 6 |
| 2017-08-14 | Standard trap nets | 0.4 (below normal) | 0.7 – 2.3 | 3.20 lb | 4 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-07-08 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.3 – 1.0 | 0.10 lb | 1 |
| 1985-07-08 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (normal) | 0.5 – 2.8 | 0.05 lb | 2 |
| 1993-08-09 | Standard trap nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.3 – 1.0 | 0.06 lb | 1 |
| 1993-08-09 | Standard gill nets | 3.3 (above normal) | 0.5 – 2.8 | 0.13 lb | 13 |
| 1998-08-24 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.5 – 2.8 | 0.24 lb | 1 |
| 2017-08-14 | 1/4-in trap nets | 1.3 | — | 0.04 lb | 12 |
| 2017-08-14 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.5 – 2.8 | 0.27 lb | 1 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-07-08 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 3.0 – 13.2 | 0.75 lb | 1 |
| 1993-08-09 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 (normal) | 3.0 – 13.2 | 1.35 lb | 24 |
| 1993-08-09 | Standard trap nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.5 – 2.7 | 0.29 lb | 1 |
| 1998-08-24 | Standard gill nets | 2.7 (below normal) | 3.0 – 13.2 | 1.07 lb | 16 |
| 1998-08-24 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.5 – 2.7 | 1.00 lb | 4 |
| 2017-08-14 | Standard gill nets | 1.8 (below normal) | 3.0 – 13.2 | 0.51 lb | 11 |
| 2017-08-14 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.5 – 2.7 | 2.27 lb | 3 |
| 2017-08-14 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.2 | — | 0.19 lb | 2 |
LKW
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-07-08 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (normal) | 0.6 – 2.9 | 1.46 lb | 6 |
| 1993-08-09 | Standard gill nets | 0.8 (normal) | 0.6 – 2.9 | 1.09 lb | 3 |
| 1998-08-24 | Standard gill nets | 6.8 (above normal) | 0.6 – 2.9 | 2.81 lb | 41 |
| 2017-08-14 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.6 – 2.9 | 2.98 lb | 2 |
LNS
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-07-08 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 | — | 4.25 lb | 1 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993-08-09 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (normal) | 0.2 – 0.7 | 1.92 lb | 1 |
| 1998-08-24 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (normal) | 0.2 – 0.7 | 0.89 lb | 2 |
| 2017-08-14 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (normal) | 0.2 – 0.7 | 1.92 lb | 3 |
| 2017-08-14 | 1/4-in trap nets | 9.1 | — | 0.01 lb | 82 |
Bluegill
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993-08-09 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 | — | 0.03 lb | 1 |
| 2017-08-14 | 1/4-in trap nets | 2.2 | — | 0.01 lb | 20 |
Pumpkinseed
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-08-14 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.4 | — | 0.05 lb | 4 |
Black Crappie
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-08-14 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.6 | — | — | 5 |
| 2017-08-14 | Standard trap nets | 0.9 (above normal) | 0.1 – 0.8 | 0.30 lb | 8 |
Burbot
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-08-14 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.1 | — | 1 |
Tadpole Madtom
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-08-14 | 1/4-in trap nets | 1.1 | — | 10 |
BNS
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-08-14 | 1/4-in trap nets | 5.4 | — | 49 |
Spottail Shiner
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-08-14 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.7 | — | 6 |
CIS
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-08-14 | Standard gill nets | 3.7 | — | 0.52 lb | 22 |
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
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Gull. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
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Plan Your Trip to Gull
- Weather forecast for Gull — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.1648°N, 90.8974°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.