Musquash
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16010400
26 Surveys
130.79
Acres
26 ft
Max Depth
2
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Musquash. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Fathead Minnow
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-07-28 | 1/4-in trap nets | 49.8 | — | 448 |
| 2017-07-17 | 1/4-in trap nets | 715.8 | — | 2863 |
BST
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-07-28 | 1/4-in trap nets | 1.8 | — | 16 |
| 2017-07-17 | 1/4-in trap nets | 1.8 | — | 7 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-07-28 | Standard gill nets | 63.8 (above normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 0.64 lb | 255 |
| 2008-07-28 | 1/4-in trap nets | 30.1 | — | — | 271 |
| 1991-07-29 | Standard trap nets | 38.8 (above normal) | 0.5 – 3.4 | 0.81 lb | 194 |
| 1991-07-29 | Standard gill nets | 54.3 (above normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 0.76 lb | 163 |
| 2001-07-23 | Standard gill nets | 20.0 (above normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 1.09 lb | 40 |
| 2017-07-17 | Standard gill nets | 101.0 (above normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 0.42 lb | 202 |
| 2017-07-17 | 1/4-in trap nets | 23.8 | — | — | 95 |
PRD
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-07-28 | 1/4-in trap nets | 9.6 | — | 86 |
| 2017-07-17 | 1/4-in trap nets | 161.3 | — | 645 |
CNM
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-07-28 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.3 | — | 3 |
SPT
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-07-28 | Standard gill nets | 14.5 | — | 0.74 lb | 58 |
| 1991-07-29 | Standard gill nets | 37.3 | — | 0.46 lb | 112 |
| 1991-07-29 | Standard trap nets | 4.0 | — | 0.59 lb | 20 |
| 2001-07-23 | Standard gill nets | 25.5 | — | 0.76 lb | 51 |
| 2017-07-17 | Standard gill nets | 30.5 | — | 0.79 lb | 61 |
| 2017-07-17 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.3 | — | — | 1 |
Iowa Darter
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-07-28 | 1/4-in trap nets | 1.8 | — | 16 |
| 2017-07-17 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.5 | — | 2 |
BNS
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-07-28 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.4 | — | 4 |
| 2017-07-17 | 1/4-in trap nets | 12.3 | — | 49 |
FND
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-07-17 | 1/4-in trap nets | 4.5 | — | 18 |
CRC
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-07-17 | 1/4-in trap nets | 1.8 | — | 7 |
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 Musquash
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Musquash. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Musquash
Other Lakes in Cook County
Plan Your Trip to Musquash
- Weather forecast for Musquash — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9145°N, 90.3432°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.