Wasson Lake
About Wasson Lake
Wasson Lake is a 438-acre lake near Taconite in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 67 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 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 11 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2010.
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.
Plan Your Visit to Wasson Lake
- 438 acres, up to 67 feet deep, near Taconite
- 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, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 17 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 438 acres
- Max depth
- 67 ft
- Shoreline
- 8 mi
- Water clarity
- 17 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 208 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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- 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
- 9
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2010
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Wasson Lake?
Wasson Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Taconite. It covers 438 acres and reaches 67 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Wasson Lake?
Wasson Lake covers 438 acres with about 8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 67 feet.
What fish can you catch at Wasson Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth 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 Wasson Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Wasson Lake.
Can you swim at Wasson Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Wasson 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 Wasson Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Wasson Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.