Skip to content

Daniels Lake

Daniels Lake is a lake in Minnesota, near Cook County.

Live lake forecast

Daniels Lake Fishing Weather

National Weather Service
Loading current weather…

Fish species in Daniels Lake

Daniels Lake is a lake in Cook County, Minnesota. Daniels Lake covers about 509 acres.

How the Size and Shape of Daniels Lake Affect Fishing

Daniels Lake is small enough to check weeds, wood, rock and the first deep drop without spending the whole day moving around.

Fish and Baits at Daniels Lake

Fish reported from Daniels Lake include burbot, lake trout, smallmouth bass, white sucker, and yellow perch.

Bass

For bass at Daniels Lake, work a tube, Ned rig or small crankbait across rock and firm points for smallmouth.

Yellow Perch

For panfish at Daniels Lake, keep a small jig, minnow or worm close to bottom for yellow perch.

Salmon and Trout

For cold-water fish at Daniels Lake, run spoons or minnow-shaped lures in cool water for trout.

Burbot

For other cold-water fish at Daniels Lake, fish a glow jig or natural bait close to bottom after dark for burbot.

How the Seasons Change Daniels Lake

Spring at Daniels Lake is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer is a good time to fish shade, weeds and the first drop into deeper water. Fall at Daniels Lake can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

A Simple Plan for Fishing Daniels Lake

On a first trip to Daniels Lake, check one quiet cove, one rocky or firm point and the nearby deep water with a moving lure, then use a jig or worm where you find fish.

Useful Tackle for Daniels Lake

A medium spinning rod covers most casting at Daniels Lake, while a second rod with enough line and weight to reach deep water is useful for togue.

Daniels Lake FAQs

Where should an angler start on the 509-acre Daniels Lake?

At Daniels Lake, pick one cove and the closest point or drop into deep water, then fish that small area well before making a long move.

Why is no maximum depth listed for Daniels Lake?

A reliable depth number was not found for Daniels Lake, so anglers should rely on what they can see and what their lure touches.

Which reported fish is a simple first target at Daniels Lake?

Burbot is on the fish list for Daniels Lake, so start with a bait made for that fish instead of guessing at a species that may not be there.

✉Join the Fishing Tips Daily newsletter waiting list

Our newsletter is not sending yet. Leave your email if you would like to hear from us when it launches.

By joining, you agree to receive our newsletter when it launches. To request removal before then, contact us. Read our privacy policy.