French
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16075500
11 Surveys
120.79
Acres
130 ft
Max Depth
4
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on French. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Burbot
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980-08-01 | Standard gill nets | 2.3 (above normal) | 0.2 – 1.0 | 0.44 lb | 9 |
| 1996-07-10 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (normal) | 0.2 – 1.0 | 1.03 lb | 4 |
| 1992-07-14 | Standard gill nets | 0.8 (normal) | 0.2 – 1.0 | 1.13 lb | 3 |
Lake Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980-08-01 | Standard gill nets | 0.8 (normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 2.67 lb | 3 |
| 1996-07-10 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 2.09 lb | 2 |
| 1992-07-14 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 2.50 lb | 1 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980-08-01 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 0.09 lb | 4 |
| 1996-07-10 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 0.13 lb | 2 |
| 1992-07-14 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.4 – 3.7 | 0.19 lb | 1 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980-08-01 | Standard gill nets | 1.8 (normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 0.32 lb | 7 |
| 1996-07-10 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 0.8 – 5.3 | 0.41 lb | 3 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
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Nearby Bait & Tackle
Bear Track Outfitting Co.
Grand Marais, MN
★ 3.3Buck's Hardware
Grand Marais, MN
★ 4.5Clearwater BWCA Outfitters
Grand Marais, MN
★ 5Hungry Jack Canoe Outfitters
Grand Marais, MN
★ 4.7Lake Superior Trading Post
Grand Marais, MN
★ 4.6Moose Tracks
Grand Marais, MN
★ 4.5Northern Goods
Grand Marais, MN
★ 4.7The Fisherman's Daughter at Dockside Fish Market
Grand Marais, MN
★ 4.7Nearby Marinas
Resorts & Lodges Near French
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit French. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near French
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Plan Your Trip to French
- Weather forecast for French — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0662°N, 90.9468°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.