Long Island
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16046000
28 Surveys
883.53
Acres
85 ft
Max Depth
6
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Long Island. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Burbot
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995-07-17 | Shallow gill nets | 1.0 | — | 1.36 lb | 4 |
| 1995-07-17 | Deep gill nets | 1.4 | — | 0.56 lb | 11 |
| 1983-08-15 | Standard gill nets | 1.4 (above normal) | 0.2 – 1.0 | 0.67 lb | 17 |
| 2019-06-25 | Shallow gill nets | 0.3 | — | 0.26 lb | 1 |
| 2019-06-25 | Deep gill nets | 1.4 | — | 0.67 lb | 10 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995-07-17 | Deep gill nets | 1.8 | — | 1.55 lb | 14 |
| 1995-07-17 | Shallow gill nets | 9.8 | — | 1.90 lb | 39 |
| 1983-08-15 | Standard gill nets | 3.3 (normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 1.82 lb | 39 |
| 2019-06-25 | Shallow gill nets | 2.8 | — | 1.32 lb | 11 |
| 2019-06-25 | Deep gill nets | 1.1 | — | 0.68 lb | 8 |
Lake Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995-07-17 | Shallow gill nets | 1.3 | — | 2.17 lb | 5 |
| 1995-07-17 | Deep gill nets | 0.6 | — | 2.58 lb | 5 |
| 1983-08-15 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 4.05 lb | 2 |
| 2019-06-25 | Deep gill nets | 1.1 | — | 2.59 lb | 8 |
| 2019-06-25 | Shallow gill nets | 0.8 | — | 3.58 lb | 3 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995-07-17 | Shallow gill nets | 0.8 | — | 3.91 lb | 3 |
| 1983-08-15 | Standard gill nets | 2.9 (above normal) | 0.6 – 2.4 | 2.01 lb | 35 |
| 2019-06-25 | Trapnet - Mini Fyke | 0.2 | — | — | 1 |
| 2019-06-25 | Shallow gill nets | 1.3 | — | 3.08 lb | 5 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983-08-15 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 0.12 lb | 2 |
| 2019-06-25 | Shallow gill nets | 0.5 | — | 0.20 lb | 2 |
| 2019-06-25 | Trapnet - Mini Fyke | 4.7 | — | 0.01 lb | 28 |
Johnny Darter
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-06-25 | Trapnet - Mini Fyke | 0.2 | — | 1 |
BND
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-06-25 | Trapnet - Mini Fyke | 0.5 | — | 3 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-06-25 | Trapnet - Mini Fyke | 0.3 | — | 0.20 lb | 2 |
Iowa Darter
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-06-25 | Trapnet - Mini Fyke | 0.5 | — | 3 |
BNS
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-06-25 | Trapnet - Mini Fyke | 15.3 | — | 92 |
Bluntnose Minnow
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-06-25 | Trapnet - Mini Fyke | 101.2 | — | 607 |
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 Long Island
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Long Island. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Long Island
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Plan Your Trip to Long Island
- Weather forecast for Long Island — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0119°N, 90.7614°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.