Five Island Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Effie. DNR lake ID 31018300.
Five Island Lake is a 214.3-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Effie. Its deepest point reaches 33 ft, and about 52% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 12.6 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 northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, tullibee (cisco).
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31018300 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Effie |
| Surface area | 214.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 33 ft |
| Mean depth | 12.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 52% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.6 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 14.1 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.4 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Clearer (2016 to 2025) |
| 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 12.6 ft, phosphorus 14.1 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.4 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Five Island Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: clearer.
Fishing on Five Island Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2020 (6 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 | 1.5 | 4.8 to 12.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.22 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 9.83 | 2.0 to 21.5 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.33 | 0.3 to 2.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.17 | 1.0 to 4.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.67 | 0.8 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 3.33 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 7.11 | 8.3 to 50.1 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.83 | 0.3 to 1.8 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.44 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 2.17 | 0.3 to 1.8 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.17 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.22 | 2.8 to 10.3 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.11 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.17 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.89 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 36.0 in (2020), Largemouth bass 19.0 in (2020).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Tullibee (cisco), White sucker.
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
- Five Island Lake: 1 natural launch ramp. 6 miles west of Togo, off County Road 542, on the east shore of Five Island Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Tank Lake 0.8 mi, Itasca County
- Buttonbox Lake 0.9 mi, Itasca County
- Crum Lake 1.8 mi, Itasca County
- Battle Lake 2.3 mi, Itasca County
- Poplar Lake 2.4 mi, Itasca County
- Mirror Lake 2.7 mi, Itasca County
- Herrigan Lake 2.7 mi, Itasca County
- Pickerel Lake 3.1 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Five Island Lake
How deep is Five Island Lake?
Five Island Lake reaches a maximum depth of 33 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 52% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Five Island Lake?
Five Island Lake covers about 214.3 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Five Island Lake?
Summer water clarity on Five Island Lake averages 12.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Five Island Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Five Island 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 Five Island Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, tullibee (cisco), white sucker in Five Island Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2020.
Where is the public boat access on Five Island Lake?
Five Island Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Five Island Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Five Island Lake?
Homes on Five Island 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 Five Island Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Five Island Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 52% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 12.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Five Island Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Five Island Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Five Island 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 2020), 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.