Amen Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Suomi. DNR lake ID 31059700.
Amen Lake is a 214.7-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Suomi. Its deepest point reaches 75 ft, and about 50% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 16.6 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31059700 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Suomi |
| Surface area | 214.7 acres |
| Maximum depth | 75 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 50% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 16.6 ft through 2022 |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| 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 16.6 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Amen Lake rates as oligotrophic.
Fishing on Amen Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1987 (39 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 | 7.2 | 3.5 to 8.9 |
| Yellow perch | gill | 16.8 | 1.0 to 10.3 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.5 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.8 | 1.0 to 3.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.5 | 0.8 to 4.0 |
| Bluegill | gill | 7.2 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 8.25 | 9.5 to 57.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.0 | 0.4 to 1.6 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.25 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 10.6 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 4.25 | 1.5 to 6.8 |
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
- Lucky Lake 0.8 mi, Itasca County
- Otter Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Big Horn Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Hill Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Green Lake 1.1 mi, Itasca County
- Little Horn Lake 1.2 mi, Itasca County
- Long Lake 1.2 mi, Itasca County
- Lawrence Lake 1.3 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Amen Lake
How deep is Amen Lake?
Amen Lake reaches a maximum depth of 75 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 50% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Amen Lake?
Amen Lake covers about 214.7 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Amen Lake?
Summer water clarity on Amen Lake averages 16.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2022. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Amen Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Amen 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 Amen Lake?
Homes on Amen 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 Amen Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Amen Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 50% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 16.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Amen Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Amen Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Amen Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Itasca County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 1987), 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.