Witness
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38064300
5 Surveys
40.58
Acres
19 ft
Max Depth
2
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Witness. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-06-11 | Standard gill nets | 9.0 (normal) | 2.2 – 10.5 | 2.40 lb | 27 |
| 1994-06-27 | Standard gill nets | 18.0 (above normal) | 2.2 – 10.5 | 2.66 lb | 36 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-06-11 | Standard gill nets | 73.0 (above normal) | 2.5 – 14.3 | 0.11 lb | 219 |
| 1994-06-27 | Standard gill nets | 24.5 (above normal) | 2.5 – 14.3 | 0.22 lb | 49 |
| 1979-08-01 | Standard gill nets | 85.5 (above normal) | 2.5 – 14.3 | 0.19 lb | 171 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
Get DirectionsShowing 14 nearby bait & tackle shops on the map.
Nearby Bait & Tackle
Agate Bay Outfitters LLC
Two Harbors, MN
★ 4.4Boundary Waters Outfitters
Ely, MN
★ 4.9Canadian Border Outfitters
Ely, MN
★ 4.8Granite Gear Inc
Two Harbors, MN
★ 4.7North Country Canoe Outfitters
Ely, MN
★ 4.9Red Rock Wilderness Store
Ely, MN
★ 5Seagren's Home Hardware Outdoors
Two Harbors, MN
★ 4.6Veness Bait & Tackle
Two Harbors, MN
★ 3.9Nearby Marinas
Resorts & Lodges Near Witness
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Witness.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Witness. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Witness
Boreal Triangle Guide Service
(218) 830-2148
Boundary Waters Fishing Guide
(218) 235-9595
Duluth Superior Charter Fishing with Capt Paul Morris aboard Freedom II
(218) 428-5562
Ely Ice Fishing Company
(218) 365-3466
James Addiction Charter Fishing
(218) 213-8816
Muskie Doom Guide Service
(218) 491-3277
Other Lakes in Lake County
Plan Your Trip to Witness
- Weather forecast for Witness — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9964°N, 91.5419°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.