Pierz
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16009100
13 Surveys
89.4
Acres
28 ft
Max Depth
12.6 ft
Mean Depth
4
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Pierz. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Green Sunfish
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001-09-04 | Minnow traps | 26.2 | — | — | 157 |
| 2001-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 8.5 (above normal) | 0.4 – 7.0 | 0.07 lb | 17 |
| 1983-07-11 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 (normal) | 0.4 – 7.0 | 0.04 lb | 12 |
| 2013-09-04 | Minnow traps | 23.8 | — | — | 95 |
| 2013-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 10.5 (above normal) | 0.4 – 7.0 | 0.07 lb | 21 |
| 2005-09-06 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (normal) | 0.4 – 7.0 | 0.03 lb | 4 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 33.0 (above normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 1.84 lb | 66 |
| 1983-07-11 | Standard gill nets | 47.5 (above normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 0.36 lb | 95 |
| 2013-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 18.5 (above normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 1.38 lb | 37 |
| 2005-09-06 | Standard gill nets | 3.5 (normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 2.31 lb | 7 |
SPT
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 5.5 | — | 4.44 lb | 11 |
| 2005-09-06 | Standard gill nets | 8.5 | — | 2.34 lb | 17 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 2.5 (normal) | 1.0 – 4.1 | 1.45 lb | 5 |
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 Pierz
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Pierz. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Pierz
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Plan Your Trip to Pierz
- Weather forecast for Pierz — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0453°N, 90.2514°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.