Black Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Deerwood (Crow Wing). DNR lake ID 18005900.
Black Lake is a 106.4-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Deerwood (Crow Wing). Its deepest point reaches 47 ft, and about 36% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 11.4 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. 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 | 18005900 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Deerwood (Crow Wing) |
| Surface area | 106.4 acres |
| Maximum depth | 47 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 36% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.4 ft through 2017 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 12.7 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.8 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2017: clarity 11.4 ft, phosphorus 12.7 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.8 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Black Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Black Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2016 (10 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 | 6.0 | 2.0 to 8.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.67 | 0.5 to 4.5 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.89 | 1.0 to 6.1 |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 14.0 | 7.9 to 37.7 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 3.0 | 0.5 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.33 | 0.5 to 2.0 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.67 | 1.1 to 4.7 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 2.44 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2016), Northern pike 29.0 in (2016).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Bowfin, Yellow 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
- Black Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 3 trailer spaces. 1 mi N of Deerwood. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Cascade Lake 0.7 mi, Crow Wing County
- Agate Lake 1.3 mi, Crow Wing County
- Larson Lake 1.6 mi, Crow Wing County
- Reno Lake 1.7 mi, Crow Wing County
- Ann Lake 2.0 mi, Crow Wing County
- Serpent Lake 2.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- Rushmeyer Lake 2.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- Rice Lake 2.7 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Black Lake
How deep is Black Lake?
Black Lake reaches a maximum depth of 47 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 36% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Black Lake?
Black Lake covers about 106.4 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Black Lake?
Summer water clarity on Black Lake averages 11.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2017. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Black Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Black 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 Black Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, bowfin, yellow bullhead in Black Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2016.
Where is the public boat access on Black Lake?
Black Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Black Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Black Lake?
Homes on Black 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 Black Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Black Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 36% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 11.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Black Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Black Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Black Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Crow Wing County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2016), 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.