Blind Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Alder. DNR lake ID 31041800.
Blind Lake is a 42.9-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Alder. Its deepest point reaches 106 ft. Summer water clarity averages 15.3 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 | 31041800 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Alder |
| Surface area | 42.9 acres |
| Maximum depth | 106 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 15.3 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 2025: clarity 15.3 ft.
Fishing on Blind Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1988 (38 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 | 1.67 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 10.67 | n/a |
| Bluegill | gill | 7.67 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 7.0 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.67 | n/a |
| Rock bass | gill | 4.33 | 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
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Gunn Lake 0.7 mi, Itasca County
- Black Island Lake 0.8 mi, Itasca County
- Ruby Lake 1.1 mi, Itasca County
- Nose Lake 1.2 mi, Itasca County
- Fifth Chain Lake 1.3 mi, Itasca County
- Little Island Lake 1.5 mi, Itasca County
- Three Island Lake 1.7 mi, Itasca County
- Burnt Shanty Lake 1.8 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Blind Lake
How deep is Blind Lake?
Blind Lake reaches a maximum depth of 106 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Blind Lake?
Blind Lake covers about 42.9 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Blind Lake?
Summer water clarity on Blind Lake averages 15.3 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Blind Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Blind 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 Blind Lake?
Homes on Blind 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 Blind Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Blind Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 15.3 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Blind Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Blind Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Blind 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 1988), 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.