Lichen
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16038200
26 Surveys
253.02
Acres
17 ft
Max Depth
5
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Lichen. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991-08-26 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 1.25 lb | 1 |
| 2005-09-06 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 1.97 lb | 2 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991-08-26 | Standard gill nets | 19.0 (above normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 1.15 lb | 57 |
| 2014-07-08 | Standard gill nets | 7.8 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 0.63 lb | 47 |
| 2014-07-08 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.3 | — | 2.43 lb | 3 |
| 2014-07-08 | Standard trap nets | 1.1 (normal) | 0.5 – 1.9 | 0.76 lb | 10 |
| 2005-09-06 | Standard gill nets | 5.0 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 1.00 lb | 30 |
| 2005-09-06 | Standard trap nets | 0.8 (normal) | 0.5 – 1.9 | 1.72 lb | 7 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991-08-26 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (below normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.07 lb | 6 |
| 2014-07-08 | 1/4-in trap nets | 4.2 | — | — | 38 |
| 2014-07-08 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 (normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.14 lb | 18 |
| 2005-09-06 | Standard gill nets | 2.2 (below normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.27 lb | 13 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991-08-26 | Standard gill nets | 5.0 (normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 2.00 lb | 15 |
| 2014-07-08 | Standard gill nets | 2.5 (below normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 1.77 lb | 15 |
| 2014-07-08 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.1 | — | 0.26 lb | 1 |
| 2014-07-08 | Standard trap nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.7 – 3.2 | 2.18 lb | 1 |
| 2005-09-06 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 (below normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 1.79 lb | 18 |
| 2005-09-06 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.7 – 3.2 | 1.81 lb | 3 |
Muskellunge
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991-08-26 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (below normal) | 1.2 – 4.8 | 1.38 lb | 2 |
| 2014-07-08 | Standard gill nets | 1.5 (normal) | 1.2 – 4.8 | 3.99 lb | 9 |
| 2014-07-08 | Standard trap nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.2 – 0.7 | 2.82 lb | 1 |
| 2005-09-06 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 1.2 – 4.8 | 4.23 lb | 2 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014-07-08 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.5 – 5.8 | 0.28 lb | 1 |
| 2014-07-08 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.8 | 0.37 lb | 3 |
| 2005-09-06 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (normal) | 0.5 – 5.8 | 1.23 lb | 4 |
| 2005-09-06 | Standard trap nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.3 – 2.8 | 0.51 lb | 2 |
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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
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Lichen. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
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Plan Your Trip to Lichen
- Weather forecast for Lichen — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.8429°N, 90.7245°W — Get Directions
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- 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.