Monker
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16009400
13 Surveys
92.84
Acres
7 ft
Max Depth
1
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Monker. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
CRC
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-06-07 | Standard gill nets | 3.5 | — | 0.13 lb | 7 |
| 1974-07-16 | Standard trap nets | 0.5 | — | 0.20 lb | 2 |
| 1999-06-09 | Special trap nets | 11.5 | — | — | 46 |
FND
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-06-07 | Minnow traps | 3.1 | — | 25 |
Fathead Minnow
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-06-07 | Minnow traps | 315.0 | — | 2520 |
| 1999-06-09 | Special trap nets | 225.3 | — | 901 |
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-06-07 | Standard gill nets | 5.0 | — | 0.20 lb | 10 |
| 1974-07-16 | Standard trap nets | 1.8 | — | 0.40 lb | 7 |
| 1974-07-16 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 | — | 0.25 lb | 2 |
| 1999-06-09 | Standard gill nets | 10.0 | — | 0.93 lb | 20 |
| 1995-06-07 | Standard gill nets | 11.5 | — | 0.92 lb | 23 |
NRD
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-06-09 | Special trap nets | 40.0 | — | 160 |
BST
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-06-09 | Special trap nets | 2.3 | — | 9 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
Get DirectionsShowing 14 nearby bait & tackle shops on the map.
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 Monker
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Monker. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Monker
Other Lakes in Cook County
Plan Your Trip to Monker
- Weather forecast for Monker — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.8020°N, 90.3703°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.