Williams
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16036100
6 Surveys
36.25
Acres
19 ft
Max Depth
3
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Williams. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986-07-02 | Standard gill nets | 22.0 (above normal) | 3.9 – 9.4 | 1.58 lb | 44 |
| 1972-07-05 | Standard gill nets | 10.7 (above normal) | 3.9 – 9.4 | 1.92 lb | 32 |
| 1972-07-05 | Standard trap nets | 3.3 | — | 2.07 lb | 13 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-05 | Standard trap nets | 1.3 (normal) | 0.4 – 2.4 | 3.22 lb | 5 |
| 1972-07-05 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (below normal) | 2.6 – 17.5 | 3.65 lb | 2 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-05 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (below normal) | 2.0 – 23.0 | 0.15 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 Williams
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Williams. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Williams
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Plan Your Trip to Williams
- Weather forecast for Williams — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.7950°N, 90.7055°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.