Topper
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16033600
17 Surveys
47.14
Acres
28 ft
Max Depth
1
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Topper. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Golden Shiner
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983-07-07 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 | — | 1 |
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983-07-07 | Standard gill nets | 46.0 | — | 0.72 lb | 46 |
| 2009-06-15 | Standard gill nets | 6.5 | — | 1.17 lb | 13 |
| 1989-06-27 | Standard gill nets | 56.0 | — | 0.57 lb | 112 |
| 1998-06-08 | Standard gill nets | 29.0 | — | 0.49 lb | 58 |
| 2011-06-06 | Standard gill nets | 11.5 | — | 0.89 lb | 23 |
| 2006-06-07 | Standard gill nets | 14.5 | — | 1.17 lb | 29 |
| 2002-06-06 | Standard gill nets | 18.0 | — | 0.59 lb | 36 |
| 2015-06-11 | Standard gill nets | 16.0 | — | 0.59 lb | 32 |
Fathead Minnow
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-06-15 | Minnow traps | 22.6 | — | 181 |
| 2011-06-06 | Minnow traps | 9.4 | — | 75 |
| 2015-06-11 | Minnow traps | 96.0 | — | 384 |
BST
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-06-15 | Minnow traps | 0.9 | — | 7 |
| 2011-06-06 | Minnow traps | 0.1 | — | 1 |
| 2015-06-11 | Minnow traps | 2.0 | — | 8 |
Iowa Darter
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-06-06 | Minnow traps | 0.1 | — | 1 |
NRD
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-06-06 | Minnow traps | 0.1 | — | 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 Topper
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Topper. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Topper
Other Lakes in Cook County
Plan Your Trip to Topper
- Weather forecast for Topper — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0858°N, 90.5694°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.