Pine Island Lake
Aitkin County, Minnesota, near Aitkin. DNR lake ID 01016700.
Pine Island Lake is a 41.1-acre lake in Aitkin County, Minnesota, near Aitkin. Its deepest point reaches 8 ft, and about 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 3.7 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 01016700 |
|---|---|
| County | Aitkin County, near Aitkin |
| Surface area | 41.1 acres |
| Maximum depth | 8 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 100% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 3.7 ft through 2022 (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 2022: clarity 3.7 ft.
Fishing on Pine Island Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1984 (42 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.33 | 0.8 to 7.2 |
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
- Carlson Lake 0.4 mi, Aitkin County
- Hill Lake 0.6 mi, Aitkin County
- Four Lake 0.6 mi, Aitkin County
- Hammal Lake 0.8 mi, Aitkin County
- Black Shadow Lake 0.8 mi, Aitkin County
- Taylor Lake 1.2 mi, Aitkin County
- Blue Lake 1.4 mi, Aitkin County
- Three Lake 1.5 mi, Aitkin County
Questions about Pine Island Lake
How deep is Pine Island Lake?
Pine Island Lake reaches a maximum depth of 8 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Pine Island Lake?
Pine Island Lake covers about 41.1 acres in Aitkin County, Minnesota.
How clear is Pine Island Lake?
Summer water clarity on Pine Island Lake averages 3.7 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2022.
Does Pine Island Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Pine Island 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.
Are there lake homes for sale on Pine Island Lake?
Homes on Pine Island 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 Pine Island Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Pine Island Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 100% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 3.7 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Pine Island Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Pine Island Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Pine Island 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 1984), 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.