Vale
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16006100
8 Surveys
23.93
Acres
34 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 Vale. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 | — | 4.75 lb | 1 |
| 2001-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 4.0 | — | 0.73 lb | 8 |
| 1991-09-11 | Standard gill nets | 20.5 | — | 0.47 lb | 41 |
| 2015-09-08 | Standard gill nets | 14.5 | — | 1.36 lb | 29 |
| 2006-09-11 | Standard gill nets | 4.0 | — | 1.99 lb | 8 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991-09-11 | Standard gill nets | 17.0 (above normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 0.44 lb | 34 |
| 2015-09-08 | Standard gill nets | 12.5 (normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 0.38 lb | 25 |
| 2006-09-11 | Standard gill nets | 7.5 (normal) | 1.7 – 12.5 | 0.56 lb | 15 |
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 Vale
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Vale. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Vale
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Plan Your Trip to Vale
- Weather forecast for Vale — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0594°N, 90.1847°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.