Moss
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16023400
23 Surveys
253.89
Acres
86 ft
Max Depth
41.9 ft
Mean Depth
3
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Moss. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Lake Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-10-14 | Standard gill nets | 11.3 (above normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 1.36 lb | 34 |
| 1987-10-01 | Standard gill nets | 9.7 (above normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 1.57 lb | 29 |
| 1998-09-21 | Standard gill nets | 6.3 (above normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 2.02 lb | 38 |
| 2003-09-22 | Standard gill nets | 12.2 (above normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 1.14 lb | 73 |
| 2009-09-21 | Standard gill nets | 5.7 (above normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 1.55 lb | 34 |
| 1995-10-03 | Standard gill nets | 12.8 (above normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 1.21 lb | 77 |
| 1986-05-27 | Standard gill nets | 7.0 (above normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 1.21 lb | 35 |
| 2016-09-26 | Standard gill nets | 19.8 (above normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 1.11 lb | 119 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987-10-01 | Standard gill nets | 5.3 (above normal) | 0.3 – 2.2 | 1.27 lb | 16 |
| 1998-09-21 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.2 | 0.52 lb | 6 |
| 2009-09-21 | Standard gill nets | 1.2 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.2 | 0.19 lb | 7 |
| 1995-10-03 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.2 | 0.24 lb | 3 |
| 2016-09-26 | Standard gill nets | 1.7 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.2 | 0.53 lb | 10 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987-10-01 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (below normal) | 1.7 – 5.0 | 1.56 lb | 2 |
| 1998-09-21 | Standard gill nets | 2.2 (normal) | 1.7 – 5.0 | 2.89 lb | 13 |
| 2003-09-22 | Standard gill nets | 1.2 (below normal) | 1.7 – 5.0 | 2.99 lb | 7 |
| 2009-09-21 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (below normal) | 1.7 – 5.0 | 2.90 lb | 6 |
| 1995-10-03 | Standard gill nets | 3.3 (normal) | 1.7 – 5.0 | 2.73 lb | 20 |
| 2016-09-26 | Standard gill nets | 2.2 (normal) | 1.7 – 5.0 | 1.35 lb | 13 |
SPT
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-09-21 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 | — | 1.85 lb | 1 |
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-09-21 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 | — | 1.77 lb | 1 |
Rainbow Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995-10-03 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 | — | 2.54 lb | 2 |
| 1986-05-27 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 | — | 5.50 lb | 1 |
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 Moss
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Moss. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Moss
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Plan Your Trip to Moss
- Weather forecast for Moss — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0669°N, 90.4780°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.