Canoe
A 96-acre lake near Grand Marais in Cook County — best known for walleye and panfish. Last surveyed 1999.
Fish Species (4)
Walleye
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1999
Last surveyed 1999 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per gill net · typical 1–7.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 1999 | 0.33 | 14.5" | 1.98 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1999
Last surveyed 1999 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 1.3–10.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 1999 | 1.00 | 4.6" | 0.08 lbs |
| Jul 19, 1999 | 0.50 | 4.6" | 0.01 lbs |
Green Sunfish
Small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1999
Last surveyed 1999 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.17 per gill net · typical 0.4–7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 1999 | 0.17 | 1.5" | 0.06 lbs |
| Jul 19, 1999 | 35.38 | 1.5" | - |
Other species in this lake (1)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
White Sucker
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1999
Last surveyed 1999 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.7 per gill net · typical 1.7–12.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 1999 | 1.67 | 17.3" | 2.75 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 19, 1999Canoe Lake is generally not known as a destination lake for BWCAW fishing trips, and the results of the 1999 survey bear this out. Catches for all spe…
Canoe Lake is generally not known as a destination lake for BWCAW fishing trips, and the results of the 1999 survey bear this out. Catches for all species were below average for lakes of this class. Very few walleye were present, and no northern pike or smallmouth bass were taken (although they may have been present in small numbers). Forage for game fish was very limited; the yellow perch catch was low, and no minnows were taken in minnow traps set along the shore.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Canoe?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Walleye, Yellow Perch, and Green Sunfish in Canoe. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Canoe?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Canoe. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Canoe?
Canoe has a maximum depth of 40 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Canoe last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Canoe is from 1999. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Canoe have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Canoe in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
More lakes in Cook County
View allLake Details
- Surface Area
- 96.41 acres
- Max Depth
- 40 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.42 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed