Pokegama Lake vs North Star 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 832 for North Star 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, North Star Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Pokegama Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Pokegama Lake | North Star Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 86 / 100 | 74 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Grand Rapids | Marcell |
| Surface area | 6,721 acres | 832 acres |
| Max depth | 112 ft | 90 ft |
| Shoreline | 57.1 mi | 10.2 mi |
| Water clarity | 16.1 ft | 14.6 ft |
| Public access | 6 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 19 | 13 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | Yes |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | starry stonewort, zebra mussel | zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingPokegama Lake
- SwimmingPokegama Lake
- BoatingPokegama Lake
- CampingPokegama Lake
- PaddlingNorth Star Lake
- Ice FishingPokegama Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Pokegama Lake or North Star Lake?
Pokegama Lake is bigger at 6,721 acres; North Star Lake covers 832 acres.
Which is deeper, Pokegama Lake or North Star Lake?
Pokegama Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 112 feet against 90 feet.
Is Pokegama Lake or North Star 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 North Star Lake lists 13.