Murphy
Itasca County, Minnesota — DOW #31038900
6 Surveys
139.19
Acres
20 ft
Max Depth
4
Fish Species
9
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Murphy. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Brown Bullhead
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978-07-19 | Standard trap nets | 11.3 (above normal) | 1.1 – 9.6 | 0.16 lb | 45 |
| 1978-07-19 | Standard gill nets | 82.0 (above normal) | 1.5 – 14.0 | 0.15 lb | 246 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978-07-19 | Standard gill nets | 12.0 (above normal) | 4.5 – 11.3 | 2.72 lb | 36 |
| 1978-07-19 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 | — | 1.50 lb | 1 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978-07-19 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 2.5 – 24.8 | 0.10 lb | 1 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978-07-19 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 1.0 – 3.4 | 1.00 lb | 1 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
Get DirectionsShowing 14 nearby bait & tackle shops on the map.
Nearby Bait & Tackle
Best Bet Waxworm Wholesale Bait & Breeder Kits
Deer River, MN
★ 5Bite Me Waxworms Wholesale Bait Shop
Deer River, MN
★ 3.7Diamond Custom Rods
Grand Rapids, MN
★ 5Fred's Live Bait & Tackle
Deer River, MN
★ 4.8Frontier Sports
Marcell, MN
★ 4.6Glen's Army & Navy Store
Grand Rapids, MN
★ 4.3God's Country Outfitters
Grand Rapids, MN
★ 4.4Hollywood Bait
Coleraine, MN
★ 4.5Nearby Marinas
Resorts & Lodges Near Murphy
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Murphy.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Murphy. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Murphy
Other Lakes in Itasca County
Plan Your Trip to Murphy
- Weather forecast for Murphy — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.4419°N, 93.4736°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.