Sand Lake
About Sand Lake
Sand Lake is an 113-acre lake near Warba in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 36 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.4 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 1998.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner. American Legion Park is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Sand Lake
- 113 acres, up to 36 feet deep, near Warba
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Camping close to the water at American Legion Park
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 113 acres
- Max depth
- 36 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.4 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 75 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
- Camping: American Legion Park
Best For
- Lakeside camping
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 11
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 1998
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Camping & Reservations
American Legion Park is mapped on or near Sand Lake. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sand Lake?
Sand Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Warba. It covers 113 acres and reaches 36 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Sand Lake?
Sand Lake covers 113 acres with about 2.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 36 feet.
What fish can you catch at Sand Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Sand Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Sand Lake.
Can you swim at Sand Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Sand 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 Sand Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Sand Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Can you camp at Sand Lake?
Yes. American Legion Park is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.