Vista
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16022400
9 Surveys
165.64
Acres
47 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 Vista. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 4.5 (normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 1.58 lb | 18 |
| 1993-09-15 | Standard gill nets | 1.2 (below normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 2.23 lb | 7 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 1.8 (below normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 1.50 lb | 7 |
| 1993-09-15 | Standard gill nets | 2.2 (below normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 1.10 lb | 13 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.12 lb | 2 |
| 1993-09-15 | Standard gill nets | 0.8 (below normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.17 lb | 5 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 3.8 (normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 2.60 lb | 15 |
| 1993-09-15 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (below normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 1.59 lb | 12 |
Burbot
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993-09-15 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 | — | 0.37 lb | 2 |
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 Vista
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Vista. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Vista
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Plan Your Trip to Vista
- Weather forecast for Vista — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9953°N, 90.4848°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.