Wolf Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Bemidji. DNR lake ID 04007900.
Wolf Lake is a 1,073-acre lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Bemidji. Its deepest point reaches 57 ft, and about 36% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 10.2 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for starry stonewort, zebra mussel. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 04007900 |
|---|---|
| County | Beltrami County, near Bemidji |
| Surface area | 1,073 acres |
| Maximum depth | 57 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 36% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.2 ft through 2021 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 18.4 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 7.1 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2021) |
| Invasive species | starry stonewort, zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2021: clarity 10.2 ft, phosphorus 18.4 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 7.1 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Wolf Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2021: steady.
Fishing on Wolf Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2019 (7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | gill | 6.67 | 3.3 to 8.8 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.75 | 0.2 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 10.17 | 2.8 to 9.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 46.5 | 7.0 to 46.3 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 2.83 | 0.6 to 3.5 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.83 | 0.4 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.42 | 0.4 to 2.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.17 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 2.67 | 4.4 to 49.0 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.08 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Muskellunge | gill | 0.08 | 0.1 to 0.2 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 1.58 | 0.8 to 6.2 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.42 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.67 | 1.8 to 7.8 |
| Rock bass | gill | 2.67 | 0.6 to 3.9 |
| Rock bass | trap | 1.33 | 0.5 to 2.5 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.92 | n/a |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 31.0 in (2019), Walleye 23.0 in (2019), Largemouth bass 16.0 in (2019), Muskellunge 22.0 in (2019).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Tullibee (cisco), Burbot, Bowfin, Shorthead redhorse, Greater redhorse, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 5. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: starry stonewort (listed 2018), zebra mussel (listed 2014).
Public boat access
- Wolf Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 10 trailer spaces. 9 mi SE of Bemidji on Hwy 2, then E on Co Rd 4, then E on Co Rd 25, then E and SE on Twp Rd. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Little Wolf Lake 2.0 mi, Cass County
- Midge Lake 2.5 mi, Hubbard County
- Stocking Lake 2.6 mi, Beltrami County
- Grace Lake 2.7 mi, Hubbard County
- Andrusia Lake 3.1 mi, Beltrami County
- Mission Lake 3.3 mi, Beltrami County
- Swenson Lake 3.4 mi, Beltrami County
- Silver Lake 4.8 mi, Beltrami County
Questions about Wolf Lake
How deep is Wolf Lake?
Wolf Lake reaches a maximum depth of 57 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 36% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Wolf Lake?
Wolf Lake covers about 1,073 acres in Beltrami County, Minnesota.
How clear is Wolf Lake?
Summer water clarity on Wolf Lake averages 10.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2021. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Wolf Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Wolf Lake for starry stonewort, zebra mussel.
What fish are in Wolf Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Wolf Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2019.
Where is the public boat access on Wolf Lake?
Wolf Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Wolf Lake.
How is the walleye population on Wolf Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1996 to 2019, walleye numbers on Wolf Lake ran mostly above the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
Are there lake homes for sale on Wolf Lake?
Homes on Wolf 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 Wolf Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Wolf Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 36% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 10.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Wolf Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5.
Ask us about Wolf Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Beltrami County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2019), 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.