Bluewater Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Grand Rapids. DNR lake ID 31039500.
Bluewater Lake is a 364.2-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Grand Rapids. Its deepest point reaches 120 ft, and about 20% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 18.1 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, smallmouth bass, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31039500 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Grand Rapids |
| Surface area | 364.2 acres |
| Maximum depth | 120 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 20% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 18.1 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 23.1 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 1.6 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| 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 18.1 ft, phosphorus 23.1 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 1.6 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Bluewater Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Bluewater Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2015 (11 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 | trap | 0.11 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 1.0 | 0.4 to 2.3 |
| Bluegill | trap | 10.56 | 7.7 to 43.4 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.33 | 0.4 to 1.5 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.56 | 1.4 to 5.9 |
| Rock bass | trap | 2.67 | 0.8 to 3.7 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 7.78 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Smallmouth bass 20.0 in (2022), Walleye 27.0 in (2015), Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2022), Northern pike 28.0 in (2022).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Tullibee (cisco), Lake trout, White sucker, 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
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Doan Lake 1.1 mi, Itasca County
- Little Trout Lake 1.3 mi, Itasca County
- Wabana Lake 1.4 mi, Itasca County
- Moore Lake 1.5 mi, Itasca County
- Pughole Lake 1.7 mi, Itasca County
- Bosley Lake 1.9 mi, Itasca County
- Little Pughole Lake 2.0 mi, Itasca County
- Johnson Lake 2.3 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Bluewater Lake
How deep is Bluewater Lake?
Bluewater Lake reaches a maximum depth of 120 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 20% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Bluewater Lake?
Bluewater Lake covers about 364.2 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Bluewater Lake?
Summer water clarity on Bluewater Lake averages 18.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Bluewater Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Bluewater 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 Bluewater Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, green sunfish in Bluewater Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2015.
Are there lake homes for sale on Bluewater Lake?
Homes on Bluewater 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 Bluewater Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Bluewater Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 20% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 18.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Bluewater Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Bluewater Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Bluewater 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 2015), 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.