Tin Can Mike
Lake County, Minnesota — DOW #38078500
11 Surveys
145.05
Acres
29 ft
Max Depth
6
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Tin Can Mike. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-08-12 | Standard gill nets | 14.3 (above normal) | 2.3 – 5.1 | 1.62 lb | 57 |
| 2016-08-15 | Standard gill nets | 8.3 (above normal) | 2.3 – 5.1 | 1.89 lb | 50 |
Rock Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-08-12 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (above normal) | 0.2 – 0.8 | 0.17 lb | 4 |
| 2016-08-15 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 (above normal) | 0.2 – 0.8 | 0.11 lb | 18 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-08-12 | Standard gill nets | 0.8 (below normal) | 1.0 – 4.1 | 2.08 lb | 3 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-08-12 | Standard gill nets | 3.5 (normal) | 1.0 – 7.1 | 1.96 lb | 14 |
| 2016-08-15 | Standard gill nets | 1.3 (normal) | 1.0 – 7.1 | 1.89 lb | 8 |
Bluegill
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-08-12 | Standard gill nets | 25.8 | — | 0.27 lb | 103 |
| 2016-08-15 | Standard gill nets | 2.8 | — | 0.06 lb | 17 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-08-15 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 (normal) | 1.3 – 10.3 | 0.13 lb | 18 |
Largemouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-08-15 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.2 | 1.20 lb | 4 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
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Nearby Bait & Tackle
Agate Bay Outfitters LLC
Two Harbors, MN
★ 4.4Boundary Waters Outfitters
Ely, MN
★ 4.9Canadian Border Outfitters
Ely, MN
★ 4.8Granite Gear Inc
Two Harbors, MN
★ 4.7North Country Canoe Outfitters
Ely, MN
★ 4.9Red Rock Wilderness Store
Ely, MN
★ 5Seagren's Home Hardware Outdoors
Two Harbors, MN
★ 4.6Veness Bait & Tackle
Two Harbors, MN
★ 3.9Nearby Marinas
Resorts & Lodges Near Tin Can Mike
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Tin Can Mike.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Tin Can Mike. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Tin Can Mike
Boreal Triangle Guide Service
(218) 830-2148
Boundary Waters Fishing Guide
(218) 235-9595
Duluth Superior Charter Fishing with Capt Paul Morris aboard Freedom II
(218) 428-5562
Ely Ice Fishing Company
(218) 365-3466
James Addiction Charter Fishing
(218) 213-8816
Muskie Doom Guide Service
(218) 491-3277
Other Lakes in Lake County
Plan Your Trip to Tin Can Mike
- Weather forecast for Tin Can Mike — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0520°N, 91.7713°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.