Wench
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16039800
6 Surveys
23.48
Acres
59 ft
Max Depth
1
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Wench. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007-10-04 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 | — | 4.37 lb | 4 |
| 1981-08-17 | Standard gill nets | 33.5 | — | 0.56 lb | 67 |
| 1995-10-11 | Standard gill nets | 31.0 | — | 0.47 lb | 62 |
| 1984-07-24 | Standard gill nets | 5.3 | — | 1.59 lb | 16 |
| 2021-09-20 | Standard gill nets | 27.5 | — | 0.49 lb | 55 |
| 1987-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 19.5 | — | 0.71 lb | 39 |
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 Wench
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Wench. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Wench
Other Lakes in Cook County
Plan Your Trip to Wench
- Weather forecast for Wench — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9460°N, 90.7550°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.