Barwise Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. DNR lake ID 31027800.
Barwise Lake is a 92.3-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. Its deepest point reaches 50 ft, and about 47% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 15.1 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 | 31027800 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Marcell |
| Surface area | 92.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 50 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 47% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 15.1 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 2025: clarity 15.1 ft.
Fishing on Barwise 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 | 0.5 | 2.0 to 8.0 |
| Yellow perch | gill | 4.5 | 1.5 to 18.5 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.25 | 0.3 to 0.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.25 | 1.0 to 6.1 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.75 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 87.5 | 7.9 to 37.7 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 3.5 | 0.5 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.0 | 0.5 to 2.0 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.25 | 1.1 to 4.7 |
| Rock bass | gill | 3.75 | 0.6 to 4.5 |
| Rock bass | trap | 2.0 | 0.5 to 1.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.5 | n/a |
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
- Barwise Lake: carry-in or shore access. From Hwy 7 follow CR 339 west for 2.1 miles to Cedar Lake Ln. Follow Cedar Lake Ln south for 0.1 miles to the access. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- King Lake 0.9 mi, Itasca County
- Ross Lake 0.9 mi, Itasca County
- Buckman Lake 1.1 mi, Itasca County
- Marble Lake 1.3 mi, Itasca County
- Balsam Lake 1.7 mi, Itasca County
- Sawyer Lake 1.7 mi, Itasca County
- White Porky Lake 1.9 mi, Itasca County
- Willeys Lake 2.5 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Barwise Lake
How deep is Barwise Lake?
Barwise Lake reaches a maximum depth of 50 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 47% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Barwise Lake?
Barwise Lake covers about 92.3 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Barwise Lake?
Summer water clarity on Barwise Lake averages 15.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Barwise Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Barwise 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.
Where is the public boat access on Barwise Lake?
Barwise Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Barwise Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Barwise Lake?
Homes on Barwise 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 Barwise Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Barwise Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 47% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 15.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Barwise Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Barwise Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Barwise 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.