Gull Lake

Gull Lake near 47.8468, -91.5028 is a lake in Lake County, Minnesota. Gull Lake covers about 501 acres.

How the Size and Shape of Gull Lake Affect Fishing

Gull 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 Gull Lake

Fish reported from Gull Lake include black crappie, bluegill, northern pike, walleye, and yellow perch.

Crappie, Yellow Perch, and Sunfish

For panfish at Gull Lake, use a small jig or minnow beside brush for crappie, and fish a worm, cricket or tiny jig near weeds for bluegill, and keep a small jig, minnow or worm close to bottom for yellow perch.

Walleye

For roaming fish at Gull Lake, jig a minnow or troll a crankbait along points and deeper edges for walleye.

Northern Pike

For large predators at Gull Lake, cast a spoon, spinnerbait or swimbait beside weeds for northern pike.

How the Seasons Change Gull Lake

Spring at Gull 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 Gull Lake can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

A Simple Plan for Fishing Gull Lake

On a first trip to Gull 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 Gull Lake

A medium spinning rod covers smaller lures at Gull Lake, while a heavier rod and stronger leader are better for northern pike.

Gull Lake FAQs

Where should an angler start on the 501-acre Gull Lake?

At Gull 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 Gull Lake?

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

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

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