Upper Pauness Lake

Upper Pauness Lake is a lake in St. Louis County, Minnesota. Upper Pauness Lake covers about 192 acres.

What to Expect at Upper Pauness Lake

Upper Pauness 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 Upper Pauness Lake

Fish reported from Upper Pauness Lake include bluegill, burbot, northern pike, smallmouth bass, walleye, white sucker, and yellow perch.

Bass

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

Yellow Perch and Sunfish

For panfish at Upper Pauness, 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 Upper Pauness, jig a minnow or troll a crankbait along points and deeper edges for walleye.

Northern Pike

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

Burbot

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

A Simple Fishing Plan for Upper Pauness Lake

On a first trip to Upper Pauness, 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 Upper Pauness Lake

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