Tuscarora
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16062300
14 Surveys
805.07
Acres
130 ft
Max Depth
5
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Tuscarora. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Burbot
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-08-26 | Standard gill nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.3 – 1.3 | 1.00 lb | 1 |
| 1989-08-30 | Standard gill nets | 0.6 (normal) | 0.3 – 1.3 | 0.80 lb | 5 |
| 1999-08-30 | Standard gill nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.3 – 1.3 | 1.11 lb | 1 |
Lake Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-08-26 | Standard gill nets | 1.7 (normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 1.50 lb | 20 |
| 1989-08-30 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 (above normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 1.43 lb | 48 |
| 1999-08-30 | Standard gill nets | 1.9 (normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 1.36 lb | 15 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-08-26 | Standard gill nets | 2.9 (above normal) | 0.3 – 1.0 | 2.97 lb | 35 |
| 1999-08-30 | Standard gill nets | 0.6 (normal) | 0.3 – 1.0 | 4.91 lb | 5 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-08-26 | Standard gill nets | 2.8 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.8 | 0.11 lb | 33 |
| 1989-08-30 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.3 – 2.8 | 0.15 lb | 2 |
| 1999-08-30 | Standard gill nets | 1.6 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.8 | 0.14 lb | 13 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-08-26 | Standard gill nets | 10.9 (above normal) | 1.7 – 5.0 | 1.30 lb | 131 |
| 1989-08-30 | Standard gill nets | 8.1 (above normal) | 1.7 – 5.0 | 1.50 lb | 65 |
| 1999-08-30 | Standard gill nets | 2.8 (normal) | 1.7 – 5.0 | 1.39 lb | 22 |
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 Tuscarora
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Tuscarora. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Tuscarora
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Plan Your Trip to Tuscarora
- Weather forecast for Tuscarora — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0416°N, 90.8832°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.