North
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16033100
21 Surveys
2,349.26
Acres
125 ft
Max Depth
10
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on North. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Lake Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983-09-19 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 1.75 lb | 24 |
| 1995-07-30 | Deep gill nets | 7.8 | — | 2.86 lb | 47 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983-09-19 | Standard gill nets | 0.8 (normal) | 0.3 – 1.0 | 3.05 lb | 10 |
| 1995-07-30 | Shallow gill nets | 1.5 | — | 3.74 lb | 9 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983-09-19 | Standard gill nets | 0.8 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.2 | 1.11 lb | 10 |
| 1995-07-30 | 1/4-in trap nets | 2.1 | — | 0.03 lb | 25 |
| 1995-07-30 | Shallow gill nets | 1.0 | — | 1.57 lb | 6 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983-09-19 | Standard gill nets | 5.3 (normal) | 0.6 – 9.7 | 3.22 lb | 63 |
| 1995-07-30 | Shallow gill nets | 2.5 | — | 4.46 lb | 15 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983-09-19 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.3 – 2.8 | 0.12 lb | 3 |
| 1995-07-30 | 1/4-in trap nets | 1.7 | — | — | 20 |
| 1995-07-30 | Shallow gill nets | 1.5 | — | 0.13 lb | 9 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983-09-19 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 (above normal) | 1.7 – 5.0 | 2.09 lb | 72 |
| 1995-07-30 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.1 | — | — | 1 |
| 1995-07-30 | Shallow gill nets | 3.3 | — | 2.49 lb | 20 |
| 1995-07-30 | Deep gill nets | 1.5 | — | 2.71 lb | 9 |
Tullibee (Cisco)
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983-09-19 | Standard gill nets | 1.3 (below normal) | 1.4 – 17.4 | 0.23 lb | 16 |
| 1995-07-30 | Deep gill nets | 6.3 | — | 0.16 lb | 38 |
Spottail Shiner
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995-07-30 | 1/4-in trap nets | 1.3 | — | 16 |
SCU
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995-07-30 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.1 | — | 1 |
Burbot
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995-07-30 | Deep gill nets | 0.3 | — | 0.89 lb | 2 |
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 North
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit North. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near North
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Plan Your Trip to North
- Weather forecast for North — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.1097°N, 90.5724°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.