West Twin
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16018600
17 Surveys
133.56
Acres
37 ft
Max Depth
11.3 ft
Mean Depth
2
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on West Twin. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989-08-02 | Standard trap nets | 5.2 (above normal) | 0.5 – 2.7 | 0.25 lb | 26 |
| 1989-08-02 | Standard gill nets | 25.7 (above normal) | 3.0 – 13.2 | 0.44 lb | 77 |
| 1999-08-18 | Standard gill nets | 17.5 (above normal) | 3.0 – 13.2 | 0.57 lb | 70 |
| 1999-08-18 | 1/4-in trap nets | 2.8 | — | 0.09 lb | 17 |
| 2005-08-29 | Standard gill nets | 12.0 (normal) | 3.0 – 13.2 | 0.61 lb | 72 |
| 2005-08-29 | 1/4-in trap nets | 2.0 | — | 0.03 lb | 12 |
| 2005-08-29 | Standard trap nets | 1.7 (normal) | 0.5 – 2.7 | 0.82 lb | 10 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989-08-02 | Standard trap nets | 10.6 (above normal) | 0.7 – 2.3 | 1.25 lb | 53 |
| 1989-08-02 | Standard gill nets | 30.0 (above normal) | 2.6 – 11.7 | 2.19 lb | 90 |
| 1999-08-18 | 1/4-in trap nets | 3.3 | — | 1.77 lb | 20 |
| 1999-08-18 | Standard gill nets | 15.8 (above normal) | 2.6 – 11.7 | 1.82 lb | 63 |
| 2005-08-29 | Standard gill nets | 20.5 (above normal) | 2.6 – 11.7 | 1.91 lb | 123 |
| 2005-08-29 | 1/4-in trap nets | 1.2 | — | — | 7 |
| 2005-08-29 | Standard trap nets | 4.5 (above normal) | 0.7 – 2.3 | 1.99 lb | 27 |
Fathead Minnow
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005-08-29 | 1/4-in trap nets | 3.0 | — | 18 |
CRC
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005-08-29 | 1/4-in trap nets | 3.0 | — | — | 18 |
| 2005-08-29 | Standard trap nets | 0.2 | — | 0.14 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 West Twin
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit West Twin. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
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Plan Your Trip to West Twin
- Weather forecast for West Twin — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9045°N, 90.4067°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.