Henson Lake near 48.0097, -90.6013 is a lake in Cook County, Minnesota. Henson Lake covers about 111 acres.
What to Expect at Henson Lake
Henson 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 Henson Lake
Fish reported from Henson Lake include green sunfish, northern pike, pumpkinseed, white sucker, and yellow perch.
Yellow Perch and Sunfish
For panfish at Henson Lake, fish a worm, cricket or tiny jig near weeds for pumpkinseed and green sunfish, and keep a small jig, minnow or worm close to bottom for yellow perch.
Northern Pike
For large predators at Henson Lake, cast a spoon, spinnerbait or swimbait beside weeds for northern pike.
A Simple Fishing Plan for Henson Lake
On a first trip to Henson 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 Henson Lake
Spring at Henson 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 Henson 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.