Cherokee
Cook County, Minnesota — DOW #16052400
28 Surveys
837.01
Acres
142 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 Cherokee. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-09-12 | Deep gill nets | 8.7 | — | 1.70 lb | 52 |
| 2016-09-12 | Shallow gill nets | 4.3 | — | 1.37 lb | 13 |
| 1981-08-03 | Standard gill nets | 2.9 (normal) | 1.7 – 5.0 | 1.93 lb | 37 |
| 1993-08-23 | Shallow gill nets | 3.3 | — | 1.12 lb | 13 |
| 1993-08-23 | Deep gill nets | 4.6 | — | 2.28 lb | 37 |
| 1999-08-03 | Deep gill nets | 2.0 | — | 2.08 lb | 20 |
| 1999-08-03 | Shallow gill nets | 1.0 | — | 0.20 lb | 1 |
BND
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-09-12 | 15-ft beach seine | 13.3 | — | 40 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-09-12 | Shallow gill nets | 1.3 | — | 3.30 lb | 4 |
| 2016-09-12 | Deep gill nets | 1.0 | — | 3.34 lb | 6 |
| 1981-08-03 | Standard gill nets | 0.8 (normal) | 0.3 – 1.0 | 1.98 lb | 10 |
| 1993-08-23 | Shallow gill nets | 0.8 | — | 3.20 lb | 3 |
| 1993-08-23 | Deep gill nets | 0.1 | — | 2.65 lb | 1 |
| 1999-08-03 | Shallow gill nets | 1.0 | — | 0.60 lb | 1 |
| 1999-08-03 | Deep gill nets | 0.6 | — | 2.50 lb | 6 |
Johnny Darter
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-09-12 | 15-ft beach seine | 1.3 | — | 4 |
Burbot
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-09-12 | Deep gill nets | 0.7 | — | 0.63 lb | 4 |
| 1981-08-03 | Standard gill nets | 1.1 (normal) | 0.3 – 1.3 | 0.73 lb | 15 |
| 1993-08-23 | Shallow gill nets | 0.5 | — | 0.43 lb | 2 |
| 1993-08-23 | Deep gill nets | 2.0 | — | 0.98 lb | 16 |
| 1999-08-03 | Deep gill nets | 1.5 | — | 0.86 lb | 15 |
Lake Trout
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-09-12 | Deep gill nets | 0.7 | — | 0.83 lb | 4 |
| 1981-08-03 | Standard gill nets | 0.1 (below normal) | 0.8 – 4.3 | 2.38 lb | 2 |
| 1993-08-23 | Deep gill nets | 0.4 | — | 2.05 lb | 3 |
| 1993-08-23 | Shallow gill nets | 0.5 | — | 4.08 lb | 2 |
| 1999-08-03 | Deep gill nets | 0.3 | — | 4.41 lb | 3 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-08-03 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (normal) | 0.3 – 2.8 | 0.12 lb | 4 |
| 1993-08-23 | Shallow gill nets | 0.3 | — | 0.09 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 Cherokee
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Cherokee. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Cherokee
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Plan Your Trip to Cherokee
- Weather forecast for Cherokee — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.9637°N, 90.8000°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.