Clubhouse Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. DNR lake ID 31054000.
Clubhouse Lake is a 265.3-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. Its deepest point reaches 103 ft, and about 33% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 17.2 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. DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31054000 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Marcell |
| Surface area | 265.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 103 ft |
| Mean depth | 35.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 33% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 17.2 ft through 2025 |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| 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 17.2 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Clubhouse Lake rates as oligotrophic.
Fishing on Clubhouse Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2022 (4 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 | 0.56 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.33 | 0.4 to 2.3 |
| Black crappie | trap | 2.56 | 0.5 to 2.2 |
| Bluegill | trap | 6.56 | 7.7 to 43.4 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.67 | 0.4 to 1.5 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.22 | 1.4 to 5.9 |
| Rock bass | trap | 1.22 | 0.8 to 3.7 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Smallmouth bass 20.0 in (2021), Largemouth bass 14.0 in (2022), Northern pike 19.0 in (2022).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Tullibee (cisco), Bowfin, 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
- Clubhouse Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 2 trailer spaces. 8.5 miles northeast of Marcell, on MN highway #38, off Forest Road 3758, on the west shore of Clubhouse Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Little Bass Lake 0.8 mi, Itasca County
- Ghost Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Pine Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Fox Lake 1.3 mi, Itasca County
- East Lake 1.5 mi, Itasca County
- Three Island Lake 1.5 mi, Itasca County
- Little East Lake 1.8 mi, Itasca County
- Big Dick Lake 1.9 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Clubhouse Lake
How deep is Clubhouse Lake?
Clubhouse Lake reaches a maximum depth of 103 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 33% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Clubhouse Lake?
Clubhouse Lake covers about 265.3 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Clubhouse Lake?
Summer water clarity on Clubhouse Lake averages 17.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Clubhouse Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Clubhouse 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 Clubhouse Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, tullibee (cisco) in Clubhouse Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2022.
Where is the public boat access on Clubhouse Lake?
Clubhouse Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Clubhouse Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Clubhouse Lake?
Homes on Clubhouse 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 Clubhouse Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Clubhouse Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 33% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 17.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Clubhouse Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Clubhouse Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Clubhouse 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 2022), 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.