Silver Lake

Silver Lake near 47.7850, -90.7636 is a lake in Cook County, Minnesota. Silver Lake covers about 22.4 acres.

What to Expect at Silver Lake

Silver 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 Silver Lake

Fish reported from Silver Lake include northern pike, walleye, and yellow perch.

Yellow Perch

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

Walleye

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

Northern Pike

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

A Simple Fishing Plan for Silver Lake

On a first trip to Silver 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 Silver Lake

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