Black Island Lake
About Black Island Lake
Black Island Lake is an 117-acre lake near Alder in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 59 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 11 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 6 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2017.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the US Forest Service.
Plan Your Visit to Black Island Lake
- 117 acres, up to 59 feet deep, near Alder
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the US Forest Service
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 11 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Forest Service
Conditions
- Surface area
- 117 acres
- Max depth
- 59 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 11 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 72 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 (gravel or earth)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 6
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2017
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Black Island Lake?
Black Island Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Alder. It covers 117 acres and reaches 59 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Black Island Lake?
Black Island Lake covers 117 acres with about 2.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 59 feet.
What fish can you catch at Black Island Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Black Island Lake?
Yes. Black Island Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the US Forest Service. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Black Island Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Black Island 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 Black Island Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Black Island Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.