Ward
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16024800
34 Surveys
38.85
Acres
13 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 Ward. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 26.5 (above normal) | 3.0 – 9.0 | 0.88 lb | 53 |
| 2003-06-23 | 1/4-in trap nets | 3.4 | — | 0.63 lb | 17 |
| 2010-07-01 | Standard gill nets | 7.5 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.0 | 1.00 lb | 15 |
| 2010-07-01 | 1/4-in trap nets | 1.0 | — | — | 5 |
| 2010-07-01 | Standard trap nets | 5.2 | — | 0.80 lb | 31 |
| 2010-07-01 | Backpack electrofishing | 2.5 | — | — | 1 |
| 2010-07-01 | 15-ft beach seine | 0.2 | — | — | 1 |
| 2006-06-27 | Standard gill nets | 31.0 (above normal) | 3.0 – 9.0 | 1.09 lb | 62 |
| 1996-07-01 | Standard gill nets | 33.0 (above normal) | 3.0 – 9.0 | 0.85 lb | 66 |
| 1996-07-01 | 1/4-in trap nets | 7.2 | — | 0.74 lb | 36 |
| 1996-07-01 | Standard trap nets | 7.7 | — | 0.68 lb | 46 |
| 2015-06-22 | Standard gill nets | 22.0 (above normal) | 3.0 – 9.0 | 0.92 lb | 44 |
| 2015-06-22 | 1/4-in trap nets | 2.0 | — | 0.53 lb | 12 |
| 2015-06-22 | Standard trap nets | 3.3 | — | 0.85 lb | 20 |
NRD
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-06-23 | 1/4-in trap nets | 1.8 | — | 9 |
BST
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-06-23 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.2 | — | 1 |
| 2015-06-22 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.3 | — | 2 |
FND
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-06-23 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.8 | — | 4 |
| 2015-06-22 | 1/4-in trap nets | 6.5 | — | 39 |
Fathead Minnow
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-06-23 | 1/4-in trap nets | 2.4 | — | 12 |
| 2010-07-01 | 1/4-in trap nets | 2.2 | — | 11 |
| 2010-07-01 | Backpack electrofishing | 17.6 | — | 7 |
| 2010-07-01 | Minnow traps | 0.2 | — | 1 |
| 2010-07-01 | 15-ft beach seine | 1.6 | — | 8 |
| 1996-07-01 | 1/4-in trap nets | 4.2 | — | 21 |
| 2015-06-22 | 1/4-in trap nets | 6.7 | — | 40 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (below normal) | 5.3 – 22.1 | 2.80 lb | 4 |
| 2010-07-01 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 5.3 – 22.1 | 2.65 lb | 1 |
| 2010-07-01 | Standard trap nets | 0.7 (below normal) | 0.9 – 4.5 | 2.76 lb | 4 |
| 2006-06-27 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (below normal) | 5.3 – 22.1 | 2.69 lb | 4 |
| 2015-06-22 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (below normal) | 5.3 – 22.1 | 2.08 lb | 2 |
| 2015-06-22 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.7 | — | 1.06 lb | 4 |
| 2015-06-22 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.9 – 4.5 | 4.21 lb | 2 |
PRD
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-06-22 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.2 | — | 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 Ward
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Ward. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Ward
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Plan Your Trip to Ward
- Weather forecast for Ward — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.7156°N, 90.6325°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.