Erickson Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Bigfork. DNR lake ID 31051200.
Erickson Lake is a 29-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Bigfork. Its deepest point reaches 70 ft. Summer water clarity averages 10.0 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 | 31051200 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Bigfork |
| Surface area | 29 acres |
| Maximum depth | 70 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.0 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 10.0 ft.
Fishing on Erickson Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1987 (39 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 | 2.0 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 3.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.33 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 4.0 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.33 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | 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
- Homestad Lake 0.6 mi, Itasca County
- Gale Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Bass Lake 1.2 mi, Itasca County
- Anderson Lake 2.5 mi, Itasca County
- Lake of Isles 2.7 mi, Itasca County
- Marie Lake 2.9 mi, Itasca County
- Brush Shanty Lake 3.0 mi, Itasca County
- Coon-Sandwick Lake 3.4 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Erickson Lake
How deep is Erickson Lake?
Erickson Lake reaches a maximum depth of 70 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Erickson Lake?
Erickson Lake covers about 29 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Erickson Lake?
Summer water clarity on Erickson Lake averages 10.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Erickson Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Erickson 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 Erickson Lake?
Homes on Erickson 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 Erickson Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Erickson Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 10.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Erickson Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Erickson Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Erickson 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 1987), 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.