Snowball Lake
About Snowball Lake
Snowball Lake is a 145-acre lake near Calumet in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 38 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 17 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 13 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 2023.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the township.
Plan Your Visit to Snowball Lake
- 145 acres, up to 38 feet deep, near Calumet
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the township
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 17 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- township
Conditions
- Surface area
- 145 acres
- Max depth
- 38 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.9 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 (concrete)
- 1 carry-in access
- Picnic area
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Quiet paddling
- 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
- 13
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2023
- 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 Snowball Lake?
Snowball Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Calumet. It covers 145 acres and reaches 38 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Snowball Lake?
Snowball Lake covers 145 acres with about 1.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 38 feet.
What fish can you catch at Snowball 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 Snowball Lake?
Yes. Snowball Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the township. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Snowball Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Snowball 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 Snowball Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Snowball Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.