Barker
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16035800
37 Surveys
149.06
Acres
15 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 Barker. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-08-13 | Standard gill nets | 1.2 (below normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 2.28 lb | 7 |
| 1991-08-28 | Standard gill nets | 1.3 (below normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 2.19 lb | 4 |
| 1998-08-31 | Standard gill nets | 2.3 (normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 1.89 lb | 14 |
| 1998-08-31 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.1 | — | 1.01 lb | 1 |
| 2013-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (below normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 1.44 lb | 6 |
| 1983-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 (normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 2.12 lb | 4 |
| 2004-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 0.8 (below normal) | 2.0 – 6.3 | 1.56 lb | 5 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-08-13 | Standard gill nets | 3.2 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 1.33 lb | 19 |
| 1991-08-28 | Standard gill nets | 4.7 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 0.57 lb | 14 |
| 1998-08-31 | Standard gill nets | 6.5 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 0.85 lb | 39 |
| 1998-08-31 | 1/4-in trap nets | 0.5 | — | 1.89 lb | 5 |
| 2013-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 5.2 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 0.48 lb | 31 |
| 1983-09-01 | Standard trap nets | 2.0 (above normal) | 0.5 – 1.9 | 0.91 lb | 8 |
| 1983-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 8.5 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 1.34 lb | 17 |
| 2004-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 3.7 (normal) | 3.0 – 9.8 | 0.62 lb | 22 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-08-13 | Standard gill nets | 4.0 (normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.11 lb | 24 |
| 1991-08-28 | Standard gill nets | 3.7 (normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.11 lb | 11 |
| 1998-08-31 | 1/4-in trap nets | 6.1 | — | — | 61 |
| 1998-08-31 | Standard gill nets | 4.0 (normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.22 lb | 24 |
| 2013-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 4.0 (normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.16 lb | 24 |
| 1983-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (below normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.30 lb | 2 |
| 2004-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 (normal) | 2.2 – 14.6 | 0.26 lb | 18 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-08-13 | Standard gill nets | 1.7 (below normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 1.84 lb | 10 |
| 1991-08-28 | Standard gill nets | 5.0 (normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 2.77 lb | 15 |
| 1998-08-31 | Standard gill nets | 6.2 (normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 2.21 lb | 37 |
| 2013-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 3.7 (normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 1.13 lb | 22 |
| 1983-09-01 | Standard trap nets | 2.3 (normal) | 0.7 – 3.2 | 2.28 lb | 9 |
| 1983-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 13.0 (normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 2.62 lb | 26 |
| 2004-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 2.8 (below normal) | 3.6 – 14.1 | 1.60 lb | 17 |
Black Crappie
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-08-31 | Standard gill nets | 0.7 (below normal) | 0.7 – 2.5 | 0.82 lb | 4 |
| 1998-08-31 | 1/4-in trap nets | 62.2 | — | — | 622 |
| 2013-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 0.7 – 2.5 | 0.32 lb | 3 |
| 2004-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.7 – 2.5 | 0.49 lb | 2 |
Smallmouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-08-31 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.5 – 5.8 | 0.57 lb | 2 |
Green Sunfish
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-08-31 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 | — | 0.15 lb | 6 |
| 1998-08-31 | 1/4-in trap nets | 4.8 | — | — | 48 |
Pumpkinseed
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-09-04 | Standard gill nets | 0.2 | — | 0.04 lb | 1 |
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 Barker
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Barker. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
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Plan Your Trip to Barker
- Weather forecast for Barker — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.6973°N, 90.7474°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.