Clearwater Lake
About Clearwater Lake
Clearwater Lake is a 76-acre lake near Taconite in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 38 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 17 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and rock bass. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2012.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the county.
Plan Your Visit to Clearwater Lake
- 76 acres, up to 38 feet deep, near Taconite
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and rock bass
- Average water clarity around 17 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 76 acres
- Max depth
- 38 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 17 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 43 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)
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
- 9
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2012
- 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 Clearwater Lake?
Clearwater Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Taconite. It covers 76 acres and reaches 38 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Clearwater Lake?
Clearwater Lake covers 76 acres with about 1.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 38 feet.
What fish can you catch at Clearwater Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Rock Bass. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Clearwater Lake?
Yes. Clearwater Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Clearwater Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Clearwater 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 Clearwater Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Clearwater Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.