Wills
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16037400
8 Surveys
65.69
Acres
6 ft
Max Depth
4
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Wills. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-10 | Standard gill nets | 9.0 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.0 | 1.67 lb | 27 |
| 1988-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 1.7 (below normal) | 3.0 – 9.0 | 0.55 lb | 5 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-10 | Standard gill nets | 12.0 (above normal) | 2.3 – 9.6 | 1.41 lb | 36 |
| 1988-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 14.3 (above normal) | 2.3 – 9.6 | 1.13 lb | 43 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-10 | Standard gill nets | 14.0 (normal) | 3.3 – 18.3 | 0.17 lb | 42 |
| 1988-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 7.3 (normal) | 3.3 – 18.3 | 0.40 lb | 22 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-10 | Standard gill nets | 10.7 (normal) | 5.3 – 22.1 | 2.63 lb | 32 |
| 1988-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 21.0 (normal) | 5.3 – 22.1 | 1.68 lb | 63 |
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 Wills
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Wills. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Wills
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Plan Your Trip to Wills
- Weather forecast for Wills — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.8043°N, 90.7020°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.