Elbow Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Craigville. DNR lake ID 31032800.
Elbow Lake is a 37-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Craigville. Its deepest point reaches 40 ft. Summer water clarity averages 12.2 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 | 31032800 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Craigville |
| Surface area | 37 acres |
| Maximum depth | 40 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.2 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 12.2 ft.
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
- Elbow Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 1 trailer spaces. East of Effie, take Hwy 1, to north Forrest rd 525 to east forest road 523E Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Island Lake 1.4 mi, Itasca County
- Little Bass Lake 1.8 mi, Itasca County
- Deer Lake 2.4 mi, Itasca County
- Poplar Lake 2.7 mi, Itasca County
- Pickerel Lake 3.6 mi, Itasca County
- Battle Lake 3.8 mi, Itasca County
- Crum Lake 3.9 mi, Itasca County
- Shine Lake 4.3 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Elbow Lake
How deep is Elbow Lake?
Elbow Lake reaches a maximum depth of 40 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Elbow Lake?
Elbow Lake covers about 37 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Elbow Lake?
Summer water clarity on Elbow Lake averages 12.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Elbow Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Elbow 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.
Where is the public boat access on Elbow Lake?
Elbow Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Elbow Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Elbow Lake?
Homes on Elbow 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 Elbow Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Elbow Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 12.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Elbow Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Elbow Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Elbow 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 not on record), 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.