Mesaba
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16067300
11 Surveys
213.13
Acres
65 ft
Max Depth
24.4 ft
Mean Depth
4
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Mesaba. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-06-29 | Standard gill nets | 4.7 (above normal) | 0.6 – 2.4 | 2.49 lb | 56 |
| 2022-06-22 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.6 – 2.4 | 3.98 lb | 1 |
| 1993-08-04 | Standard gill nets | 2.8 (above normal) | 0.6 – 2.4 | 2.50 lb | 17 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-06-29 | Standard gill nets | 4.3 (normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 0.99 lb | 52 |
| 1981-06-22 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 (normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | — | 18 |
| 2022-06-22 | Standard gill nets | 8.0 (above normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 1.76 lb | 48 |
| 1993-08-04 | Standard gill nets | 15.3 (above normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 1.53 lb | 92 |
Lake Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-06-22 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 1.65 lb | 2 |
| 2022-06-22 | Standard gill nets | 8.0 (above normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 2.90 lb | 48 |
| 1993-08-04 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 8.82 lb | 1 |
Green Sunfish
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-06-22 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (above normal) | 0.2 – 0.9 | 0.08 lb | 6 |
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 Mesaba
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Mesaba. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Mesaba
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Plan Your Trip to Mesaba
- Weather forecast for Mesaba — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9670°N, 90.9473°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.