Boot Lake
Aitkin County, Minnesota, near Jacobson. DNR lake ID 01005500.
Boot Lake is a 79.5-acre lake in Aitkin County, Minnesota, near Jacobson. Its deepest point reaches 67 ft, and about 49% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 9.0 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 01005500 |
|---|---|
| County | Aitkin County, near Jacobson |
| Surface area | 79.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 67 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 49% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 9.0 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 9.0 ft.
Fishing on Boot Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2012 (14 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 9.75 | 2.0 to 8.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.57 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.25 | 0.5 to 4.5 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.0 | 1.0 to 6.1 |
| Bluegill | gill | 2.75 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 3.57 | 7.9 to 37.7 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.0 | 0.5 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.43 | 0.5 to 2.0 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 5.14 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 15.0 in (2012), Northern pike 27.0 in (2012).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Hybrid sunfish, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead.
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Wakefield Lake 1.1 mi, Aitkin County
- Cutaway Lake 2.2 mi, Aitkin County
- Bay 3.0 mi, Aitkin County
- Remote Lake 3.2 mi, Aitkin County
- Savanna Lake 3.4 mi, Aitkin County
- Loon Lake 3.8 mi, Aitkin County
- Aitkin Lake 4.1 mi, Aitkin County
- Wolf Lake 4.3 mi, Aitkin County
Questions about Boot Lake
How deep is Boot Lake?
Boot Lake reaches a maximum depth of 67 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 49% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Boot Lake?
Boot Lake covers about 79.5 acres in Aitkin County, Minnesota.
How clear is Boot Lake?
Summer water clarity on Boot Lake averages 9.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Boot Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Boot Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
What fish are in Boot Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, hybrid sunfish, yellow bullhead, brown bullhead in Boot Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2012.
Are there lake homes for sale on Boot Lake?
Homes on Boot Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Boot Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Boot Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 49% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 9.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Boot Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Boot Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Boot Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Aitkin County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2012), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.