Upper Panasa Lake
About Upper Panasa Lake
Upper Panasa Lake is a 148-acre lake near Calumet in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 13 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 3.8 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the township.
Plan Your Visit to Upper Panasa Lake
- 148 acres, up to 13 feet deep, near Calumet
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the township
- Average water clarity around 3.8 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- township
Conditions
- Surface area
- 148 acres
- Max depth
- 13 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 3.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 148 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)
- Low-clarity lakes are prone to summer algae blooms; keep dogs out of green, scummy water
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Upper Panasa Lake?
Upper Panasa Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Calumet. It covers 148 acres and reaches 13 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Upper Panasa Lake?
Upper Panasa Lake covers 148 acres with about 2.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 13 feet.
What fish can you catch at Upper Panasa Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Upper Panasa Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Upper Panasa Lake?
Yes. Upper Panasa Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the township. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Upper Panasa Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Upper Panasa 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.