Bello Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. DNR lake ID 31072600.
Bello Lake is a 527.4-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. Its deepest point reaches 58 ft, and about 48% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 11.3 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 walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31072600 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Marcell |
| Surface area | 527.4 acres |
| Maximum depth | 58 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 48% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.3 ft through 2020 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 15.4 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.3 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 2020: clarity 11.3 ft, phosphorus 15.4 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.3 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Bello Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Bello 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 | 5.62 | 2.2 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.78 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.5 | 1.5 to 13.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.88 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.22 | 0.5 to 2.2 |
| Bluegill | gill | 6.38 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 14.33 | 7.7 to 43.4 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.12 | 0.5 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.22 | 0.4 to 1.5 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 3.5 | 1.3 to 10.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.12 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.89 | 1.4 to 5.9 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.44 | 0.8 to 3.7 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.25 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 3.0 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 19.0 in (2016), Northern pike 36.0 in (2016), Walleye 23.0 in (2007).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Tullibee (cisco), Bowfin, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black 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
- Bello Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 3 trailer spaces. Follow Hwy 38 north out of Marcell for 4 miles to Turtle Lake Rd. Follow Turtle Lake Rd. west for 1.2 miles to Jaynes School Rd. Follow Jaynes School Rd north for 1.4 miles to the access. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Maple Lake 1.3 mi, Itasca County
- Hatch Lake 1.5 mi, Itasca County
- Horseshoe Lake 1.5 mi, Itasca County
- Mike Lake 1.7 mi, Itasca County
- Jingo Lake 1.9 mi, Itasca County
- Grass Lake 2.0 mi, Itasca County
- Big Rose Lake 2.1 mi, Itasca County
- Elbow Lake 2.2 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Bello Lake
How deep is Bello Lake?
Bello Lake reaches a maximum depth of 58 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 48% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Bello Lake?
Bello Lake covers about 527.4 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Bello Lake?
Summer water clarity on Bello Lake averages 11.3 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2020. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Bello Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Bello 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 Bello Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, tullibee (cisco) in Bello Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2016.
Where is the public boat access on Bello Lake?
Bello Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Bello Lake.
How is the walleye population on Bello Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1991 to 2007, walleye numbers on Bello Lake ran mostly below 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 Bello Lake?
Homes on Bello 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 Bello Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Bello Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 48% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 11.3 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Bello Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Bello Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Bello 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 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.