Foss Lake near 47.8924, -92.0725 is a lake in St. Louis County, Minnesota. Foss Lake covers about 36.5 acres.
What to Expect at Foss Lake
Foss Lake is small enough to check weeds, wood, rock and the first deep drop without spending the whole day moving around.
Fish and Useful Baits at Foss Lake
Fish reported from Foss Lake include bluegill, golden shiner, northern pike, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch.
Yellow Perch and Sunfish
For panfish at Foss Lake, fish a worm, cricket or tiny jig near weeds for bluegill and pumpkinseed, and keep a small jig, minnow or worm close to bottom for yellow perch.
Northern Pike
For large predators at Foss Lake, cast a spoon, spinnerbait or swimbait beside weeds for northern pike.
A Simple Fishing Plan for Foss Lake
On a first trip to Foss 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.
When to Fish Foss Lake
Spring at Foss 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 Foss Lake can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.
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Distances are straight-line estimates between mapped water locations.