Bulge
A 11-acre lake near Lutsen in Cook County — best known for walleye and pike. Last surveyed 1976.
Fish Species (4)
Walleye
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.5 per gill net · typical 1–7.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1976 | 9.50 | - | 1.37 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.5 per gill net · typical 3.9–9.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1976 | 8.50 | - | 1.62 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.0 per gill net · typical 2–23 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1976 | 4.00 | - | 0.09 lbs |
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
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.0 per gill net · typical 2.6–17.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1976 | 5.00 | - | 2.40 lbs |
Biologist Notes
September 1, 1976Bulge Lake has fair populations of Walleye, N Pike Perch and Suckers.
Bulge Lake has fair populations of Walleye, N Pike Perch and Suckers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Bulge?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Walleye, Northern Pike, and Yellow Perch in Bulge. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Bulge?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Bulge. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Bulge?
Bulge has a maximum depth of 8 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Bulge last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Bulge is from 1976. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Bulge have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Bulge in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 11.04 acres
- Max Depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.56 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed