Shoe
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16008000
18 Surveys
25.78
Acres
17 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 Shoe. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
SPT
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004-10-05 | Standard gill nets | 13.0 | — | 1.31 lb | 26 |
| 1987-09-30 | Standard trap nets | 0.7 | — | 6.00 lb | 7 |
| 1995-10-18 | Standard trap nets | 0.5 | — | 0.45 lb | 5 |
| 2012-10-08 | Standard gill nets | 13.0 | — | 1.08 lb | 26 |
| 1999-10-13 | Standard gill nets | 13.0 | — | 0.55 lb | 26 |
| 1999-10-13 | Standard trap nets | 2.8 | — | 1.15 lb | 14 |
| 2016-09-21 | Standard gill nets | 9.5 | — | 1.49 lb | 19 |
| 1998-10-28 | Standard trap nets | 2.3 | — | 1.22 lb | 23 |
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004-10-05 | Standard gill nets | 5.5 | — | 0.80 lb | 11 |
| 1987-09-30 | Standard trap nets | 1.1 | — | 2.11 lb | 11 |
| 1989-05-18 | Standard trap nets | 3.9 | — | 0.33 lb | 39 |
| 1995-10-18 | Standard trap nets | 0.8 | — | 1.16 lb | 8 |
| 2012-10-08 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 | — | 1.36 lb | 4 |
| 1999-10-13 | Standard trap nets | 1.2 | — | 1.17 lb | 6 |
| 1999-10-13 | Standard gill nets | 1.5 | — | 1.10 lb | 3 |
| 2016-09-21 | Standard gill nets | 12.5 | — | 0.93 lb | 25 |
| 1998-10-28 | Standard trap nets | 1.9 | — | 0.57 lb | 19 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-10-28 | Standard trap nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.4 – 5.2 | 0.09 lb | 1 |
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 Shoe
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Shoe. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Shoe
Other Lakes in Cook County
Plan Your Trip to Shoe
- Weather forecast for Shoe — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0038°N, 90.2444°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.