Silver
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16045200
6 Surveys
22.4
Acres
6 ft
Max Depth
3
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Silver. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-08-19 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.3 – 3.5 | 0.10 lb | 1 |
| 1976-08-19 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 (normal) | 2.0 – 15.0 | 0.12 lb | 6 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-08-19 | Standard trap nets | 9.3 (above normal) | 2.3 – 8.5 | 1.36 lb | 37 |
| 1976-08-19 | Standard gill nets | 13.0 (above normal) | 2.0 – 12.0 | 1.50 lb | 26 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-08-19 | Standard gill nets | 10.0 (normal) | 4.0 – 15.0 | 1.30 lb | 20 |
| 1976-08-19 | Standard trap nets | 2.0 | — | 1.19 lb | 8 |
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 Silver
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Silver. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Silver
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Plan Your Trip to Silver
- Weather forecast for Silver — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.7850°N, 90.7637°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.