Ozawindib Lake
About Ozawindib Lake
Ozawindib Lake is a 159-acre lake near Lake Itasca in Clearwater County, Minnesota. It reaches 80 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.1 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 14.3 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. Special fishing regulations apply to black and white crappie and largemouth and smallmouth bass, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2025.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. Ice typically goes out around April 18, based on 15 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Ozawindib Lake
- 159 acres, up to 80 feet deep, near Lake Itasca
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 14.3 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 159 acres
- Max depth
- 80 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.1 mi
- Water clarity
- 14.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 63 acres
Rules & Regulations
- A Minnesota fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older
- Drain plugs must be out and all water drained before leaving any access; remove aquatic plants from boats and trailers
- Children under 10 must wear a life jacket on a boat that is underway
Facilities
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
Best For
- Quiet paddling
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 12
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Black and White Crappie: Daily limit five.
- Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass: All from 14-20" must be immediately released. One over 20" allowed in possession.
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 18
- Years of record
- 15
- Earliest
- March 26, 2012
- Latest
- May 12, 2013
- Most recent
- April 18, 2026
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ozawindib Lake?
Ozawindib Lake is in Clearwater County, Minnesota, near Lake Itasca. It covers 159 acres and reaches 80 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Ozawindib Lake?
Ozawindib Lake covers 159 acres with about 4.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 80 feet.
What fish can you catch at Ozawindib Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Ozawindib Lake?
Yes. Ozawindib Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Ozawindib Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Ozawindib Lake. Minnesota's public waters are open to swimming where you have legal access, but there are no lifeguards or water-quality monitoring away from designated beaches.
Is Ozawindib Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Ozawindib Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Are there special fishing regulations on Ozawindib Lake?
Yes. Daily limit five. All from 14-20" must be immediately released. One over 20" allowed in possession.
When does the ice go out on Ozawindib Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 18, from 15 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 26, 2012 and the latest is May 12, 2013.