Vern
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16040900
12 Surveys
122.81
Acres
42 ft
Max Depth
4
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Vern. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 2.8 (normal) | 1.2 – 3.9 | 1.45 lb | 17 |
| 1974-07-01 | Standard gill nets | 4.3 (above normal) | 1.2 – 3.9 | 1.19 lb | 26 |
| 1974-07-01 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 | — | 10.00 lb | 2 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-06-23 | Minnow traps | 0.1 | — | — | 1 |
| 1999-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 3.0 – 13.2 | 0.49 lb | 3 |
| 1974-07-01 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.5 – 2.7 | 2.25 lb | 2 |
| 1974-07-01 | Standard gill nets | 0.8 (below normal) | 3.0 – 13.2 | 1.70 lb | 5 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.2 – 0.7 | 0.17 lb | 1 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 3.8 (normal) | 2.6 – 11.7 | 3.23 lb | 23 |
| 1974-07-01 | Standard trap nets | 0.8 (normal) | 0.7 – 2.3 | 3.17 lb | 6 |
| 1974-07-01 | Standard gill nets | 2.7 (normal) | 2.6 – 11.7 | 2.50 lb | 16 |
Burbot
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974-07-01 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 (normal) | 0.1 – 0.5 | 0.25 lb | 1 |
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 Vern
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Vern. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Vern
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Plan Your Trip to Vern
- Weather forecast for Vern — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9023°N, 90.7282°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.