Hoist
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38025100
9 Surveys
90.34
Acres
6 ft
Max Depth
3
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Hoist. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-08-09 | Standard gill nets | 10.5 (above normal) | 3.0 – 9.0 | 1.66 lb | 42 |
| 1987-06-10 | Standard gill nets | 9.0 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.0 | 2.67 lb | 18 |
| 2007-07-09 | Standard gill nets | 12.5 (above normal) | 3.0 – 9.0 | 1.39 lb | 25 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-08-09 | Standard gill nets | 10.0 (normal) | 3.3 – 18.3 | 0.24 lb | 40 |
| 1987-06-10 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (below normal) | 3.3 – 18.3 | 0.38 lb | 4 |
| 2007-07-09 | Standard gill nets | 7.0 (normal) | 3.3 – 18.3 | 0.27 lb | 14 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-08-09 | Standard gill nets | 39.5 (above normal) | 5.3 – 22.1 | 1.33 lb | 158 |
| 1987-06-10 | Standard gill nets | 64.0 (above normal) | 5.3 – 22.1 | 1.40 lb | 128 |
| 2007-07-09 | Standard gill nets | 44.5 (above normal) | 5.3 – 22.1 | 1.92 lb | 89 |
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 Hoist
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Hoist. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Hoist
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 Hoist
- Weather forecast for Hoist — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.6213°N, 91.1763°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.