Lost
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38000300
29 Surveys
82.32
Acres
16 ft
Max Depth
3
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Lost. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973-07-31 | Standard gill nets | 7.0 (above normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 1.59 lb | 14 |
| 2010-07-12 | Standard gill nets | 7.0 (above normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 2.60 lb | 21 |
| 2010-07-12 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.1 | — | — | 2 |
| 2010-07-12 | Standard trap nets | 1.7 | — | 1.97 lb | 15 |
| 2010-07-12 | Backpack electrofishing | 2.3 | — | — | 2 |
| 1984-07-02 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 5.80 lb | 1 |
| 2002-06-17 | Standard gill nets | 9.5 (above normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 1.48 lb | 19 |
| 2002-06-17 | Standard trap nets | 1.4 | — | 1.61 lb | 13 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973-07-31 | Standard gill nets | 6.5 (normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.15 lb | 13 |
| 2010-07-12 | 1/4-in trap nets | 53.8 | — | — | 699 |
| 2010-07-12 | Standard trap nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.4 – 2.1 | 0.07 lb | 2 |
| 2010-07-12 | Backpack electrofishing | 109.5 | — | — | 94 |
| 2010-07-12 | Standard gill nets | 6.3 (normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.11 lb | 19 |
| 1984-07-02 | Standard trap nets | 5.4 (above normal) | 0.4 – 2.1 | 0.10 lb | 27 |
| 1984-07-02 | Standard gill nets | 12.5 (normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.18 lb | 25 |
| 2002-06-17 | Standard trap nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.4 – 2.1 | 0.05 lb | 1 |
| 2002-06-17 | Standard gill nets | 1.5 (below normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.09 lb | 3 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973-07-31 | Standard gill nets | 12.5 (normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 1.34 lb | 25 |
| 2010-07-12 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 (normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 2.28 lb | 18 |
| 2010-07-12 | Standard trap nets | 0.9 (normal) | 0.7 – 3.2 | 3.52 lb | 8 |
| 1984-07-02 | Standard trap nets | 2.2 (normal) | 0.7 – 3.2 | 1.27 lb | 11 |
| 1984-07-02 | Standard gill nets | 19.0 (above normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 1.42 lb | 38 |
| 2002-06-17 | Standard trap nets | 1.0 (normal) | 0.7 – 3.2 | 2.57 lb | 9 |
| 2002-06-17 | Standard gill nets | 17.5 (above normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 1.87 lb | 35 |
Iowa Darter
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010-07-12 | Backpack electrofishing | 2.3 | — | 2 |
BNS
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010-07-12 | Backpack electrofishing | 9.3 | — | 8 |
| 2010-07-12 | 1/4-in trap nets | 11.8 | — | 153 |
Golden Shiner
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010-07-12 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.8 | — | 10 |
CNM
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010-07-12 | Backpack electrofishing | 1.2 | — | 1 |
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 Lost
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Lost.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Lost. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Lost
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 Lost
- Weather forecast for Lost — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.7340°N, 91.0266°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.