Johnson
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38024200
19 Surveys
35.83
Acres
24 ft
Max Depth
4
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Johnson. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994-08-01 | Standard gill nets | 9.0 (above normal) | 1.0 – 4.1 | 0.48 lb | 9 |
| 2009-07-28 | Minnow traps | 0.8 | — | — | 3 |
| 2009-07-28 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (normal) | 1.0 – 4.1 | 0.07 lb | 2 |
| 2009-07-28 | Survey seining | 2.0 | — | — | 2 |
| 1986-08-11 | Standard gill nets | 8.0 (above normal) | 1.0 – 4.1 | 0.47 lb | 8 |
| 1982-06-14 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (normal) | 1.0 – 4.1 | 0.19 lb | 8 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994-08-01 | Standard gill nets | 14.0 (above normal) | 1.0 – 7.1 | 1.56 lb | 14 |
| 2009-07-28 | Standard gill nets | 9.0 (above normal) | 1.0 – 7.1 | 1.48 lb | 18 |
| 1999-08-09 | Standard gill nets | 39.0 (above normal) | 1.0 – 7.1 | 0.76 lb | 39 |
| 1986-08-11 | Standard gill nets | 11.0 (above normal) | 1.0 – 7.1 | 0.65 lb | 11 |
| 1982-06-14 | Standard gill nets | 13.3 (above normal) | 1.0 – 7.1 | 0.59 lb | 53 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994-08-01 | Standard gill nets | 145.0 (above normal) | 1.3 – 10.3 | 0.26 lb | 145 |
| 2009-07-28 | Standard gill nets | 6.5 (normal) | 1.3 – 10.3 | 0.10 lb | 13 |
| 1999-08-09 | Standard gill nets | 16.0 (above normal) | 1.3 – 10.3 | 0.33 lb | 16 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994-08-01 | Standard gill nets | 58.0 (above normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 1.68 lb | 58 |
| 2009-07-28 | Standard gill nets | 39.5 (above normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 1.21 lb | 79 |
| 1999-08-09 | Standard gill nets | 68.0 (above normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 1.47 lb | 68 |
| 1986-08-11 | Standard gill nets | 36.0 (above normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 1.93 lb | 36 |
| 1982-06-14 | Standard gill nets | 16.5 (above normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 1.67 lb | 66 |
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 Johnson
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Johnson. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Johnson
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 Johnson
- Weather forecast for Johnson — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.3763°N, 91.1921°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.