Dode Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Bengal. DNR lake ID 31002400.
Dode Lake is an 88-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Bengal. Its deepest point reaches 25 ft, and about 84% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 6.2 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the eutrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31002400 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Bengal |
| Surface area | 88 acres |
| Maximum depth | 25 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 84% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 6.2 ft through 2022 |
| Nutrient class | Eutrophic |
| 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 2022: clarity 6.2 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Dode Lake rates as eutrophic.
Fishing on Dode 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 | 7.0 | n/a |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.25 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.75 | n/a |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.75 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 6.25 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.5 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.75 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.75 | 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
- Little Flower Lake 0.6 mi, Itasca County
- Helen Lake 1.3 mi, Itasca County
- Beauty Lake 1.6 mi, Itasca County
- Little Island Lake 1.9 mi, Itasca County
- Mary Lake 2.2 mi, Itasca County
- Hart Lake 2.3 mi, Itasca County
- Bengal Lake 2.6 mi, Itasca County
- Twin Lake 2.8 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Dode Lake
How deep is Dode Lake?
Dode Lake reaches a maximum depth of 25 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 84% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Dode Lake?
Dode Lake covers about 88 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Dode Lake?
Summer water clarity on Dode Lake averages 6.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2022. Its trophic state is eutrophic.
Does Dode Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Dode 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 Dode Lake?
Homes on Dode 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 Dode Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Dode Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 84% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 6.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Dode Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Dode Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Dode 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.