Horse
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38079200
17 Surveys
714.89
Acres
25 ft
Max Depth
9
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Horse. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Shorthead Redhorse
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-09-05 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (above normal) | 0.2 – 0.6 | 2.00 lb | 6 |
| 1991-06-12 | Standard gill nets | 2.9 (above normal) | 0.2 – 0.6 | 2.39 lb | 20 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-09-05 | Standard gill nets | 4.2 (above normal) | 1.2 – 3.6 | 2.70 lb | 25 |
| 1991-06-12 | Standard gill nets | 4.1 (above normal) | 1.2 – 3.6 | 3.48 lb | 29 |
Rock Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-09-05 | Standard gill nets | 5.7 (above normal) | 0.5 – 2.2 | 0.23 lb | 34 |
| 1991-06-12 | Standard gill nets | 2.1 (normal) | 0.5 – 2.2 | 0.18 lb | 15 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-09-05 | Standard gill nets | 3.5 (normal) | 3.1 – 9.8 | 1.71 lb | 21 |
| 1991-06-12 | Standard gill nets | 4.1 (normal) | 3.1 – 9.8 | 1.30 lb | 29 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-09-05 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 1.9 – 7.1 | 0.50 lb | 1 |
| 1991-06-12 | Standard gill nets | 10.3 (above normal) | 1.9 – 7.1 | 0.15 lb | 72 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-09-05 | Standard gill nets | 2.7 (below normal) | 2.8 – 6.7 | 2.62 lb | 16 |
| 1991-06-12 | Standard gill nets | 8.1 (above normal) | 2.8 – 6.7 | 1.64 lb | 57 |
Tullibee (Cisco)
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-09-05 | Standard gill nets | 3.2 (normal) | 1.8 – 12.4 | 0.37 lb | 19 |
| 1991-06-12 | Standard gill nets | 3.4 (normal) | 1.8 – 12.4 | 0.21 lb | 24 |
Bluegill
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-09-05 | Standard gill nets | 2.2 | — | 0.33 lb | 13 |
| 1991-06-12 | Standard gill nets | 2.4 | — | 0.15 lb | 17 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991-06-12 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (above normal) | 0.3 – 0.7 | 0.98 lb | 5 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
Get DirectionsShowing 14 nearby bait & tackle shops on the map.
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 Horse
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Horse.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Horse. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Horse
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 Horse
- Weather forecast for Horse — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0798°N, 91.7610°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.