Little Mayhew
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16033900
12 Surveys
34.35
Acres
31 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 Little Mayhew. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-07-10 | Standard gill nets | 3.7 (above normal) | 1.0 – 3.0 | 2.56 lb | 11 |
| 2013-06-24 | Standard gill nets | 2.3 (normal) | 1.0 – 3.0 | 2.12 lb | 7 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-07-10 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (below normal) | 1.0 – 8.0 | 0.11 lb | 2 |
| 2013-06-24 | Minnow traps | 0.8 | — | — | 6 |
| 2013-06-24 | Standard gill nets | 16.0 (above normal) | 1.0 – 8.0 | 0.12 lb | 48 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-07-10 | Standard gill nets | 1.3 (below normal) | 1.5 – 10.4 | 1.94 lb | 4 |
| 2013-06-24 | Standard gill nets | 5.0 (normal) | 1.5 – 10.4 | 1.59 lb | 15 |
Iowa Darter
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-06-24 | Minnow traps | 0.8 | — | 6 |
Green Sunfish
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-06-24 | Minnow traps | 0.8 | — | — | 6 |
| 2013-06-24 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.5 | 0.06 lb | 2 |
BST
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-06-24 | Minnow traps | 0.9 | — | 7 |
Bluegill
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-06-24 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 | — | 0.23 lb | 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 Little Mayhew
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Little Mayhew. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Little Mayhew
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Plan Your Trip to Little Mayhew
- Weather forecast for Little Mayhew — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0787°N, 90.6239°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.