Misquah
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16022500
22 Surveys
51.98
Acres
60 ft
Max Depth
7
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Misquah. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Burbot
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-07-01 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (normal) | 0.5 – 1.7 | 0.71 lb | 3 |
| 1990-08-02 | Standard gill nets | 1.7 (normal) | 0.5 – 1.7 | 0.73 lb | 5 |
| 1996-07-18 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.5 – 1.7 | 0.29 lb | 1 |
| 1978-09-07 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.5 – 1.7 | 0.50 lb | 1 |
| 1998-07-09 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (normal) | 0.5 – 1.7 | 0.54 lb | 3 |
| 2003-07-01 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (above normal) | 0.5 – 1.7 | 0.85 lb | 6 |
PRD
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-07-01 | Minnow traps | 0.3 | — | 2 |
Lake Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-07-01 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (below normal) | 1.0 – 4.5 | 9.69 lb | 2 |
| 1990-08-02 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (below normal) | 1.0 – 4.5 | 4.34 lb | 2 |
| 1996-07-18 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (normal) | 1.0 – 4.5 | 4.03 lb | 6 |
| 1998-07-09 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 1.0 – 4.5 | 4.61 lb | 1 |
| 2003-07-01 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 1.0 – 4.5 | 0.21 lb | 1 |
Fathead Minnow
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-07-01 | Minnow traps | 18.5 | — | 148 |
| 2003-07-01 | Minnow traps | 57.0 | — | 456 |
Bluntnose Minnow
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-07-01 | Minnow traps | 3.9 | — | 31 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-07-01 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (below normal) | 1.5 – 10.4 | 1.79 lb | 2 |
| 1990-08-02 | Standard gill nets | 1.3 (below normal) | 1.5 – 10.4 | 1.64 lb | 4 |
| 1996-07-18 | Standard gill nets | 3.7 (normal) | 1.5 – 10.4 | 1.66 lb | 11 |
| 1978-09-07 | Standard gill nets | 4.3 (normal) | 1.5 – 10.4 | 0.88 lb | 17 |
| 1998-07-09 | Standard gill nets | 3.3 (normal) | 1.5 – 10.4 | 1.65 lb | 10 |
| 2003-07-01 | Standard gill nets | 4.3 (normal) | 1.5 – 10.4 | 1.82 lb | 13 |
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996-07-18 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 | — | 0.16 lb | 3 |
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 Misquah
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Misquah. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Misquah
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Plan Your Trip to Misquah
- Weather forecast for Misquah — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9821°N, 90.4835°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.