Junco
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16015900
19 Surveys
40.72
Acres
5 ft
Max Depth
3 ft
Mean Depth
2
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Junco. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
CRC
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-06-04 | Standard gill nets | 2.7 | — | 0.07 lb | 8 |
| 2009-06-11 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 | — | 0.15 lb | 2 |
| 1999-06-09 | Standard trap nets | 3.2 | — | — | 19 |
| 1974-06-24 | Standard gill nets | 10.5 | — | 0.12 lb | 21 |
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-06-04 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 | — | 0.26 lb | 18 |
| 2009-06-11 | Standard gill nets | 2.3 | — | 0.30 lb | 7 |
| 1999-06-09 | Standard trap nets | 2.0 | — | 0.20 lb | 12 |
| 1999-06-09 | Standard gill nets | 12.0 | — | 0.17 lb | 12 |
| 1974-06-24 | Standard gill nets | 12.5 | — | 0.20 lb | 25 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-06-04 | Standard gill nets | 46.3 (above normal) | 4.0 – 14.5 | 0.14 lb | 139 |
| 2009-06-11 | Standard gill nets | 85.3 (above normal) | 4.0 – 14.5 | 0.27 lb | 256 |
| 1999-06-09 | Standard trap nets | 67.5 (above normal) | 1.2 – 6.1 | 0.14 lb | 405 |
| 1999-06-09 | Standard gill nets | 60.0 (above normal) | 4.0 – 14.5 | 0.13 lb | 60 |
| 1974-06-24 | Standard trap nets | 13.5 (above normal) | 1.2 – 6.1 | 0.22 lb | 54 |
| 1974-06-24 | Standard gill nets | 40.5 (above normal) | 4.0 – 14.5 | 0.22 lb | 81 |
Common Shiner
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-06-04 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 | — | 0.10 lb | 1 |
| 2009-06-11 | Standard gill nets | 15.0 | — | 0.03 lb | 45 |
| 1999-06-09 | Standard trap nets | 0.8 | — | — | 5 |
| 1999-06-09 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 | — | — | 1 |
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 Junco
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Junco. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Junco
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Plan Your Trip to Junco
- Weather forecast for Junco — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.8612°N, 90.4010°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.