Blackwater Lake
About Blackwater Lake
Blackwater Lake is a 601-acre lake near Cohasset in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 72 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 10.1 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 14 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. Special fishing regulations apply to sunfish, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2019.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface). The lake is listed as infested with faucet snail — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Blackwater Lake
- 601 acres, up to 72 feet deep, near Cohasset
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Listed as infested with faucet snail — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 601 acres
- Max depth
- 72 ft
- Shoreline
- 10.1 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 629 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
- Walleye fishing
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 14
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2019
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Sunfish: Daily limit five.
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 Blackwater Lake?
Blackwater Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Cohasset. It covers 601 acres and reaches 72 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Blackwater Lake?
Blackwater Lake covers 601 acres with about 10.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 72 feet.
What fish can you catch at Blackwater Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, 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 Blackwater Lake?
Yes. Blackwater Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete). DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Blackwater Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Blackwater 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 Blackwater Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Blackwater Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Are there special fishing regulations on Blackwater Lake?
Yes. Daily limit five.
Does Blackwater Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Blackwater Lake as infested with faucet snail. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.