Turnip
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16013200
7 Surveys
Special Regulations for Turnip
This lake has regulations that differ from statewide defaults. Always check before fishing.
- Catch-and-release only. Artificial lures and flies with a single hook only. Use and possession of bait prohibited. Closed to winter fishing.
20.82
Acres
30 ft
Max Depth
1
Fish Species
10
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Turnip. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Brook Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-10-12 | Standard trap nets | 4.3 | — | 1.19 lb | 43 |
| 1999-09-29 | Standard trap nets | 4.9 | — | 1.30 lb | 49 |
| 2005-10-03 | Standard trap nets | 1.3 | — | 2.22 lb | 13 |
| 1993-09-27 | Standard trap nets | 6.9 | — | 0.63 lb | 69 |
| 2000-10-04 | Standard trap nets | 4.4 | — | 1.47 lb | 44 |
| 1994-10-04 | Standard trap nets | 3.4 | — | 0.59 lb | 34 |
| 2018-09-17 | Short-term gill nets | 0.2 | — | 2.09 lb | 4 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
Get DirectionsShowing 14 nearby bait & tackle shops on the map.
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 Turnip
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Turnip. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Turnip
Other Lakes in Cook County
Plan Your Trip to Turnip
- Weather forecast for Turnip — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 48.0118°N, 90.2650°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.