Upper Cone
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16041200
13 Surveys
81.2
Acres
55 ft
Max Depth
25 ft
Mean Depth
6
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Upper Cone. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984-07-26 | Standard gill nets | 3.8 (above normal) | 0.6 – 2.4 | 1.10 lb | 15 |
| 1987-07-20 | Standard gill nets | 1.5 (normal) | 0.6 – 2.4 | 1.67 lb | 9 |
| 1981-08-11 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (normal) | 0.6 – 2.4 | 1.92 lb | 10 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984-07-26 | Standard gill nets | 3.3 (normal) | 1.2 – 5.2 | 0.79 lb | 13 |
| 1987-07-20 | Standard gill nets | 1.5 (normal) | 1.2 – 5.2 | 1.54 lb | 9 |
| 1981-08-11 | Standard gill nets | 1.6 (normal) | 1.2 – 5.2 | 1.44 lb | 8 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984-07-26 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 1.25 lb | 1 |
| 1987-07-20 | Standard gill nets | 1.8 (normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 3.46 lb | 11 |
| 1981-08-11 | Standard gill nets | 3.4 (normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 3.25 lb | 17 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987-07-20 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.3 – 1.4 | 1.25 lb | 1 |
| 1981-08-11 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (normal) | 0.3 – 1.4 | 1.88 lb | 5 |
Burbot
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-08-11 | Standard gill nets | 0.6 (normal) | 0.2 – 1.0 | 0.33 lb | 3 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-08-11 | Special gill nets | 2.0 | — | 0.50 lb | 4 |
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 Upper Cone
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Upper Cone. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
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Plan Your Trip to Upper Cone
- Weather forecast for Upper Cone — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9744°N, 90.6868°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.