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Elbow
Cook County · Near Grand Marais · DOW 16009600
408 ac
Surface Area
9 ft
Max Depth
6 ft
Water Clarity
7 mi
Shoreline
1 Public Access
This lake has 1 public access point for launching watercraft or shore fishing.
Weather
Fishing Forecast
Depth Map
Highlights
Clear water with good visibility, nice for swimming and watching fish off the dock
A classic Minnesota combo: walleye and northern pike both call this lake home
Great panfish lake with bluegill and yellow perch. Solid pick for family fishing
Up on the Iron Range near Grand Marais, surrounded by state and national forest
Size Distribution
2025 DNR survey — how fish here compare to statewide averages
Small for speciesLarge for species
26″
10″
Below avgAverageAbove avg
Elbow is a 408-acre lake located in Cook County, Minnesota near Grand Marais. It has a maximum depth of 9 feet. Known for Walleye, Northern Pike, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, Pumpkinseed. Last surveyed by MN DNR in 2025.