Wood
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38072900
18 Surveys
617.3
Acres
21 ft
Max Depth
6
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Wood. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 10.5 (above normal) | 2.0 – 6.0 | 1.69 lb | 21 |
| 2015-09-21 | Standard gill nets | 2.8 (normal) | 2.0 – 6.0 | 1.81 lb | 25 |
| 1986-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 (normal) | 2.0 – 6.0 | 2.07 lb | 24 |
Rock Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (normal) | 0.2 – 1.6 | 0.40 lb | 1 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (normal) | 0.2 – 1.8 | 1.50 lb | 1 |
| 2015-09-21 | Standard gill nets | 0.4 (normal) | 0.2 – 1.8 | 1.60 lb | 4 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 15.0 (above normal) | 3.2 – 13.7 | 1.05 lb | 30 |
| 2015-09-21 | Standard gill nets | 6.6 (normal) | 3.2 – 13.7 | 1.78 lb | 59 |
| 1986-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (below normal) | 3.2 – 13.7 | 1.01 lb | 8 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 15.0 (normal) | 4.7 – 15.8 | 0.15 lb | 30 |
| 2015-09-21 | Standard gill nets | 2.4 (below normal) | 4.7 – 15.8 | 0.29 lb | 22 |
| 1986-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 1.5 (below normal) | 4.7 – 15.8 | 0.18 lb | 6 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980-07-21 | Standard gill nets | 22.0 (above normal) | 3.0 – 11.0 | 1.39 lb | 44 |
| 2015-09-21 | Standard gill nets | 4.4 (normal) | 3.0 – 11.0 | 2.28 lb | 40 |
| 1986-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 8.0 (normal) | 3.0 – 11.0 | 1.73 lb | 32 |
Bluegill
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-09-21 | Standard gill nets | 0.6 | — | 0.34 lb | 5 |
| 1986-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 | — | 0.15 lb | 2 |
Pumpkinseed
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986-09-10 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 | — | 0.20 lb | 2 |
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 Wood
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Wood. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Wood
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 Wood
- Weather forecast for Wood — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9839°N, 91.5906°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.