Missing Link
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16052900
18 Surveys
37.34
Acres
25 ft
Max Depth
12.4 ft
Mean Depth
2
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Missing Link. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-06-03 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 | — | 1.80 lb | 5 |
| 1991-06-12 | Standard gill nets | 11.7 | — | 0.88 lb | 35 |
| 2012-06-05 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 | — | 0.77 lb | 12 |
| 1996-06-13 | Standard gill nets | 6.7 | — | 1.41 lb | 20 |
| 2004-06-07 | Standard gill nets | 4.0 | — | 0.63 lb | 12 |
| 1986-05-13 | Standard gill nets | 1.8 | — | 0.17 lb | 7 |
| 1988-06-07 | Standard gill nets | 18.0 | — | 0.44 lb | 54 |
| 2000-06-07 | Standard gill nets | 13.7 | — | 0.56 lb | 41 |
| 2016-06-08 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 | — | 1.10 lb | 12 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-06-03 | Standard gill nets | 4.2 (normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 0.82 lb | 21 |
| 1991-06-12 | Standard gill nets | 4.0 (normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 1.19 lb | 12 |
| 2012-06-05 | Standard gill nets | 1.3 (below normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 0.59 lb | 5 |
| 1996-06-13 | Standard gill nets | 2.3 (normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 1.62 lb | 7 |
| 2004-06-07 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 0.36 lb | 6 |
| 1986-05-13 | Standard gill nets | 3.5 (normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 0.54 lb | 14 |
| 1988-06-07 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 (normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 1.64 lb | 9 |
| 2000-06-07 | Standard gill nets | 3.3 (normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 1.55 lb | 10 |
| 2016-06-08 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 (normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 0.60 lb | 12 |
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 Missing Link
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Missing Link. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
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Plan Your Trip to Missing Link
- Weather forecast for Missing Link — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0586°N, 90.8459°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.