Pokegama Lake vs Blandin Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Itasca County, Minnesota, side by side.
Pokegama Lake is the larger of the two at 6,721 acres against 490 for Blandin Lake. On our rankings, Pokegama Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Pokegama Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Pokegama Lake comes out ahead for boating, Pokegama Lake comes out ahead for camping, Blandin Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Pokegama Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Pokegama Lake | Blandin Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 86 / 100 | 74 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids |
| Surface area | 6,721 acres | 490 acres |
| Max depth | 112 ft | 38 ft |
| Shoreline | 57.1 mi | 12.3 mi |
| Water clarity | 16.1 ft | 11.5 ft |
| Public access | 6 public boat launches (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 19 | 13 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | starry stonewort, zebra mussel | zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingPokegama Lake
- SwimmingPokegama Lake
- BoatingPokegama Lake
- CampingPokegama Lake
- PaddlingBlandin Lake
- Ice FishingPokegama Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Pokegama Lake or Blandin Lake?
Pokegama Lake is bigger at 6,721 acres; Blandin Lake covers 490 acres.
Which is deeper, Pokegama Lake or Blandin Lake?
Pokegama Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 112 feet against 38 feet.
Is Pokegama Lake or Blandin Lake better for fishing?
Pokegama Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Pokegama Lake lists 19 species and Blandin Lake lists 13.