Cook County
A 45-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Lake County. Last surveyed 1978.
Fish Species (2)
Green Sunfish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.7 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 1978 | 1.67 | - | 0.07 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
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 15.7 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 1978 | 15.67 | - | 0.69 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 17, 1978Consists of above average populations of suckers and green sunfish.
Consists of above average populations of suckers and green sunfish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Cook County?
Minnesota DNR records list Green Sunfish for Cook County, but none have a fishing-quality score yet — they may be recently stocked or have limited survey data. See the species list above.
Is there public access at Cook County?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Cook County. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Cook County?
Cook County has a maximum depth of 38 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Cook County last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Cook County is from 1978. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Cook County have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Cook County in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 44.93 acres
- Max Depth
- 38 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.92 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed