Murphy
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38075400
13 Surveys
112.71
Acres
12 ft
Max Depth
9
Fish Species
8
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.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964-07-15 | Standard gill nets | 3.5 (normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 3.16 lb | 7 |
| 1964-07-15 | Standard trap nets | 4.5 | — | 1.65 lb | 18 |
Black Crappie
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964-07-15 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (normal) | 0.7 – 2.5 | 0.60 lb | 2 |
| 1964-07-15 | Standard trap nets | 3.5 (normal) | 1.0 – 7.8 | 0.58 lb | 14 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964-07-15 | Standard gill nets | 10.5 (normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 2.08 lb | 21 |
| 1964-07-15 | Standard trap nets | 4.8 (above normal) | 0.7 – 3.2 | 2.16 lb | 19 |
Bluegill
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964-07-15 | Standard trap nets | 2.0 (normal) | 0.3 – 6.4 | 0.25 lb | 8 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964-07-15 | Standard trap nets | 6.0 (above normal) | 0.4 – 2.1 | 0.26 lb | 24 |
| 1964-07-15 | Standard gill nets | 8.0 (normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.14 lb | 16 |
Rock Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964-07-15 | Standard trap nets | 0.8 (normal) | 0.2 – 1.5 | 0.47 lb | 3 |
Black Bullhead
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964-07-15 | Standard trap nets | 1.3 (normal) | 0.3 – 13.0 | 0.16 lb | 5 |
RHS
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964-07-15 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 | — | 0.80 lb | 1 |
Pumpkinseed
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964-07-15 | Standard trap nets | 1.3 (normal) | 0.4 – 2.6 | 1.24 lb | 5 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
Get DirectionsShowing 14 nearby bait & tackle shops on the map.
Nearby Bait & Tackle
Agate Bay Outfitters LLC
Two Harbors, MN
★ 4.4Boundary Waters Outfitters
Ely, MN
★ 4.9Canadian Border Outfitters
Ely, MN
★ 4.8Granite Gear Inc
Two Harbors, MN
★ 4.7North Country Canoe Outfitters
Ely, MN
★ 4.9Red Rock Wilderness Store
Ely, MN
★ 5Seagren's Home Hardware Outdoors
Two Harbors, MN
★ 4.6Veness Bait & Tackle
Two Harbors, MN
★ 3.9Nearby 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
Boreal Triangle Guide Service
(218) 830-2148
Boundary Waters Fishing Guide
(218) 235-9595
Duluth Superior Charter Fishing with Capt Paul Morris aboard Freedom II
(218) 428-5562
Ely Ice Fishing Company
(218) 365-3466
James Addiction Charter Fishing
(218) 213-8816
Muskie Doom Guide Service
(218) 491-3277
Other Lakes in Lake County
Plan Your Trip to Murphy
- Weather forecast for Murphy — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.3413°N, 91.7703°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.