Bear Club
A 25-acre lake near Grand Marais in Cook County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 2001.
Fish Species (2)
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 2001
Last surveyed 2001 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 2–16 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 2001 | 0.50 | 7.0" | 0.14 lbs |
| Sep 29, 1986 | 7.00 | - | 0.71 lbs |
Typical numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 2001
Last surveyed 2001 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.5 per gill net · typical 2.8–8.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 2001 | 5.50 | 17.4" | 1.31 lbs |
| Sep 29, 1986 | 9.50 | - | 1.29 lbs |
Fishing Regulations
Statewide limits
Standard statewide Minnesota limits for the species in this lake.
Northern Pike
Season: May 9, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027
Northeast zone
Angling: 2 (not more than 1 over 40" in possession. All from 30-40" must be immediatley released).
Perch
20 daily and 40 in possession
More statewide rules (spearing, rough fish)
Northern Pike
Season: Nov 15, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027
Northeast zone
Darkhouse spearing: 2 (Not more than 1 over 26").
Biologist Notes
July 25, 2001Northern pike were fairly abundant in 2001, but tended to be small. The population consisted mainly of fish less than four years of age. Northern pike…
Northern pike were fairly abundant in 2001, but tended to be small. The population consisted mainly of fish less than four years of age. Northern pike growth rates appeared to have been good, despite the apparent lack of forage fish.
September 29, 1986THIS LAKE IS DOMINATED BY A LARGE POPULATION OF SMALL NORTHERN PIKE. YELLOW PERCH ARE PRESENT IN GOOD NUMBERS, AND ARE LARGE ENOUGH TO BE OF SOME INTE…
THIS LAKE IS DOMINATED BY A LARGE POPULATION OF SMALL NORTHERN PIKE. YELLOW PERCH ARE PRESENT IN GOOD NUMBERS, AND ARE LARGE ENOUGH TO BE OF SOME INTEREST TO ANGLERS.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Bear Club?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch and Northern Pike in Bear Club. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Bear Club?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Bear Club. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Bear Club?
Bear Club has a maximum depth of 11 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Bear Club last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Bear Club is from 2001. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Bear Club have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Bear Club in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
Are there special fishing regulations on Bear Club?
No — Bear Club has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide perch limit is: 20 daily and 40 in possession. Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.
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View allLake Details
- Surface Area
- 24.86 acres
- Max Depth
- 11 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.39 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed