Upper Cone
A 81-acre lake near Lutsen in Cook County — best known for bass and walleye. Last surveyed 1987.
Fish Species (5)
Smallmouth Bass
Average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.17 per gill net · typical 0.3–1.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 1987 | 0.17 | - | 1.25 lbs |
| Aug 11, 1981 | 1.00 | - | 1.88 lbs |
Walleye
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net · typical 1.2–5.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 1987 | 1.50 | - | 1.54 lbs |
| Jul 26, 1984 | 3.25 | - | 0.79 lbs |
| Aug 11, 1981 | 1.60 | - | 1.44 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net · typical 0.6–2.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 1987 | 1.50 | - | 1.67 lbs |
| Jul 26, 1984 | 3.75 | - | 1.10 lbs |
| Aug 11, 1981 | 2.00 | - | 1.92 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1981 | 2.00 | - | 0.50 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 Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.8 per gill net · typical 0.8–5.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 1987 | 1.83 | - | 3.46 lbs |
| Jul 26, 1984 | 0.25 | - | 1.25 lbs |
| Aug 11, 1981 | 3.40 | - | 3.25 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 20, 1987WALLEYE RE PRESENT IN LOW NUMBERS. AVERAGE SIZE IS GOOD, WITH MOST FISH OVER 16 INCHES IN LENGTH. WALLEYE GROWTH RATES ARE ABOUT AVERAGE COMPARED TO S…
WALLEYE RE PRESENT IN LOW NUMBERS. AVERAGE SIZE IS GOOD, WITH MOST FISH OVER 16 INCHES IN LENGTH. WALLEYE GROWTH RATES ARE ABOUT AVERAGE COMPARED TO STATE STANDARDS. SEVERAL YEAR-CLASSES ARE PRESENT, BUT NONE ARE EXCEPTIONALLY STRONG. WALLEYE ABUNDANCE, SIZE AND GROWTH ARE SIMILAR TO THAT FOUND IN 1981 AND 1984. NORTHERN PIKE ARE ALSO PRESENT IN LOW NUMBERS, AND THEIR AVERAGE SIZE IS SMALL. GROWTH RATES ARE AVERAGE. YEAR-CLASS REPRESENTATION APPEARS RELATIVELY UNCHANGED SINCE 1971, BUT GROWTH RATES SEEM TO HAVE IMPROVED SINCE 1984. COMPARISON OF BACK-CALCULATED LENGTHS: FOR THE 1982 YEAR-CLASS, DONE IN 1984 AND 1987, SHOWS SOME DISCREPANCY WHICH MAY BE THE RESULT OF POOR AGING TECHNIQUE IN ONE OF THOSE YEARS. YELLOW PERCH AND BURBOT WERE NOT RECOVERED DURING THIS ASSESSMENT BUT ARE PROBABLY PRESENT IN LOW NUMBERS. FORAGE SPECIES APPEAR TO BE VERY LIMITED.
July 26, 1984WALLEYE NUMBERS ARE LOW (FOR THIS AREA), AND THE POPULATION IS COMPOSED MAINLY OF THE III, IV AND V AGE CLASSES. GROWTH RATES ARE ONLY FAIR. THE POPUL…
WALLEYE NUMBERS ARE LOW (FOR THIS AREA), AND THE POPULATION IS COMPOSED MAINLY OF THE III, IV AND V AGE CLASSES. GROWTH RATES ARE ONLY FAIR. THE POPULATION IS A CURRENTLY SELF-MAINTAINING (NO RECENT STOCKING), AND PROBABLY RECEIVES SOME FISH FROM NEAR-BY BRULE LAKE. NORTHERN PIKE NUMBERS ARE ABOUT AVG, BUT THE FISH SHOW SLOW RATES OF GROWTH. THE POPULATION IS DOMINATED BY THE IV AND V AGE CLASSES.
August 11, 1981Walleye, SM Bass, and N Pike seem to be in trouble in this lake. High netting and low catch. Six of the eight Walleyes caught were netted in the North…
Walleye, SM Bass, and N Pike seem to be in trouble in this lake. High netting and low catch. Six of the eight Walleyes caught were netted in the North East arm of the lake.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Upper Cone?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, and Northern Pike in Upper Cone. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Upper Cone?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Upper Cone. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Upper Cone?
Upper Cone has a maximum depth of 55 feet and a mean depth of 25 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Upper Cone last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Upper Cone is from 1987. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Upper Cone have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Upper Cone in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 81.2 acres
- Max Depth
- 55 ft
- Mean Depth
- 25 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.56 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed