Kemo
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16018800
43 Surveys
189.08
Acres
65 ft
Max Depth
3
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Kemo. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-07-21 | Deep gill nets | 0.3 | — | 2.49 lb | 1 |
| 1987-07-09 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 | — | 2.05 lb | 2 |
| 1983-06-27 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 | — | 2.55 lb | 2 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-07-21 | Deep gill nets | 0.3 | — | 0.17 lb | 1 |
| 2003-07-21 | Shallow gill nets | 5.0 | — | 0.47 lb | 10 |
| 2023-07-31 | Deep gill nets | 0.5 | — | 2.68 lb | 2 |
| 2023-07-31 | Shallow gill nets | 7.5 | — | 1.20 lb | 15 |
| 1997-07-23 | Shallow gill nets | 33.5 | — | 0.60 lb | 67 |
| 1993-07-15 | Shallow gill nets | 2.0 | — | 0.28 lb | 4 |
| 2007-07-09 | Deep gill nets | 0.5 | — | 2.12 lb | 2 |
| 2007-07-09 | Shallow gill nets | 16.5 | — | 0.64 lb | 33 |
| 1981-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 6.5 (above normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 0.82 lb | 26 |
| 1987-07-09 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 0.75 lb | 1 |
| 2012-07-23 | Shallow gill nets | 13.0 | — | 0.32 lb | 26 |
| 2012-07-23 | Deep gill nets | 1.5 | — | 0.41 lb | 6 |
Lake Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-07-21 | Shallow gill nets | 0.5 | — | 0.28 lb | 1 |
| 2003-07-21 | Deep gill nets | 6.5 | — | 1.51 lb | 26 |
| 2023-07-31 | Deep gill nets | 4.5 | — | 1.64 lb | 18 |
| 1997-07-23 | Deep gill nets | 3.5 | — | 1.86 lb | 14 |
| 1993-07-15 | Shallow gill nets | 3.5 | — | 1.58 lb | 7 |
| 1993-07-15 | Deep gill nets | 5.5 | — | 1.68 lb | 11 |
| 2007-07-09 | Deep gill nets | 10.5 | — | 1.38 lb | 42 |
| 1981-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 1.5 (normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 1.11 lb | 6 |
| 1987-07-09 | Standard gill nets | 1.3 (normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 1.88 lb | 4 |
| 2012-07-23 | Deep gill nets | 8.3 | — | 0.86 lb | 33 |
| 1983-06-27 | Standard gill nets | 5.8 (above normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 2.32 lb | 23 |
SPT
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-07-21 | Shallow gill nets | 0.5 | — | 2.65 lb | 1 |
| 2003-07-21 | Deep gill nets | 0.5 | — | 2.65 lb | 2 |
| 2023-07-31 | Shallow gill nets | 2.0 | — | 1.67 lb | 4 |
| 2023-07-31 | Deep gill nets | 0.5 | — | 0.42 lb | 2 |
| 1997-07-23 | Deep gill nets | 0.5 | — | 1.98 lb | 2 |
| 1993-07-15 | Shallow gill nets | 1.5 | — | 1.39 lb | 3 |
| 1993-07-15 | Deep gill nets | 1.0 | — | 0.74 lb | 2 |
| 2007-07-09 | Shallow gill nets | 1.5 | — | 1.23 lb | 3 |
| 2007-07-09 | Deep gill nets | 0.5 | — | 2.12 lb | 2 |
| 2012-07-23 | Deep gill nets | 0.5 | — | 0.20 lb | 2 |
Common Shiner
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-09-01 | Standard trap nets | 4.0 | — | 0.16 lb | 8 |
CRC
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-07-23 | Minnow traps | 0.6 | — | 7 |
BND
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-07-23 | Minnow traps | 0.6 | — | 7 |
NRD
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-07-23 | Minnow traps | 1.7 | — | 20 |
Fathead Minnow
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-07-23 | Minnow traps | 9.9 | — | 119 |
BST
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-07-23 | Minnow traps | 1.2 | — | 14 |
PRD
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-07-23 | Minnow traps | 0.8 | — | 10 |
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 Kemo
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Kemo. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Kemo
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Plan Your Trip to Kemo
- Weather forecast for Kemo — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9008°N, 90.4316°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.