Leskinen
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38024000
9 Surveys
33.17
Acres
4 ft
Max Depth
2 ft
Mean Depth
2
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Leskinen. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958-08-07 | Standard trap nets | 23.6 (above normal) | 1.1 – 12.8 | 0.48 lb | 118 |
| 2003-08-12 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 (normal) | 3.0 – 23.0 | 0.51 lb | 12 |
Black Bullhead
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958-08-07 | Standard trap nets | 0.4 | — | 0.15 lb | 2 |
| 2003-08-12 | Standard gill nets | 6.5 | — | 0.20 lb | 13 |
Iowa Darter
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-08-12 | Minnow traps | 0.1 | — | 1 |
PRD
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-08-12 | Minnow traps | 0.7 | — | 8 |
| 2003-08-12 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 | — | 6 |
CNM
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-08-12 | Minnow traps | 2.0 | — | 24 |
BST
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-08-12 | Minnow traps | 1.3 | — | 15 |
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 Leskinen
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Leskinen.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Leskinen. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Leskinen
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 Leskinen
- Weather forecast for Leskinen — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.4102°N, 91.2180°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.