Shallow Pond
About Shallow Pond
Shallow Pond is a 225-acre pond near Alvwood in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 14 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 8.7 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2017.
There are 2 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the US Forest Service.
Plan Your Visit to Shallow Pond
- 225 acres, up to 14 feet deep, near Alvwood
- 2 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the US Forest Service
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 8.7 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Forest Service
Conditions
- Surface area
- 225 acres
- Max depth
- 14 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 8.7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 225 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
- 2 public boat launches (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
- 12
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- 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 Shallow Pond?
Shallow Pond is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Alvwood. It covers 225 acres and reaches 14 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Shallow Pond?
Shallow Pond covers 225 acres with about 3.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 14 feet.
What fish can you catch at Shallow Pond?
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 Shallow Pond?
Yes. Shallow Pond has 2 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the US Forest Service. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Shallow Pond?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Shallow Pond. 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 Shallow Pond stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Shallow Pond; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.