Muckwa
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16010500
15 Surveys
48.77
Acres
25 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 Muckwa. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Rainbow Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-07-02 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 | — | 2.27 lb | 12 |
| 2005-07-28 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 | — | 2.33 lb | 12 |
| 2017-07-19 | Standard gill nets | 1.5 | — | 3.53 lb | 3 |
| 2002-07-18 | Standard gill nets | 2.5 | — | 2.51 lb | 5 |
| 1991-07-02 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 | — | 2.47 lb | 12 |
| 2000-07-20 | Standard gill nets | 1.5 | — | 4.37 lb | 3 |
Golden Shiner
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-07-02 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 | — | 0.05 lb | 1 |
| 2017-07-19 | Minnow traps | 0.1 | — | — | 1 |
| 2002-07-18 | Minnow traps | 2.3 | — | — | 18 |
Fathead Minnow
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-07-19 | Minnow traps | 27.4 | — | 219 |
| 2002-07-18 | Minnow traps | 3.5 | — | 28 |
NRD
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-07-19 | Minnow traps | 256.8 | — | 2054 |
| 2002-07-18 | Minnow traps | 444.5 | — | 3556 |
BST
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002-07-18 | Minnow traps | 0.9 | — | 7 |
BNT
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991-07-02 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 | — | 7.00 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 Muckwa
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Muckwa. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Muckwa
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Plan Your Trip to Muckwa
- Weather forecast for Muckwa — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9194°N, 90.3327°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.