Howard
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16078900
6 Surveys
165.7
Acres
125 ft
Max Depth
4
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Howard. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Burbot
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993-08-02 | Shallow gill nets | 0.3 | — | 0.42 lb | 1 |
| 1993-08-02 | Deep gill nets | 1.8 | — | 0.56 lb | 9 |
Lake Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993-08-02 | Shallow gill nets | 2.3 | — | 1.92 lb | 7 |
| 1993-08-02 | Deep gill nets | 2.8 | — | 1.73 lb | 14 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993-08-02 | Shallow gill nets | 0.7 | — | 1.27 lb | 2 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993-08-02 | Shallow gill nets | 5.0 | — | 1.65 lb | 15 |
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 Howard
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Howard. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Howard
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Plan Your Trip to Howard
- Weather forecast for Howard — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0766°N, 90.9847°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.