Hale Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Blackberry. DNR lake ID 31036100.
Hale Lake is a 125.3-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Blackberry. Its deepest point reaches 59 ft, and about 91% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 12.1 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.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31036100 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Blackberry |
| Surface area | 125.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 59 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 91% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.1 ft through 2019 |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| 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 2019: clarity 12.1 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Hale Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Hale Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1986 (40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | gill | 0.75 | 1.0 to 3.2 |
| Northern pike | gill | 10.0 | 3.6 to 11.0 |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.75 | 3.8 to 22.8 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.25 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 3.0 | 1.0 to 10.5 |
| Black crappie | trap | 2.25 | 0.7 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.75 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 20.0 | 4.0 to 28.1 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.25 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.5 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 6.0 | 1.5 to 6.8 |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
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
- Cowhorn Lake 2.8 mi, Itasca County
- Little Cowhorn Lake 3.6 mi, Itasca County
- Carlson Lake 4.2 mi, Itasca County
- Pokegama Lake 5.1 mi, Itasca County
- Blackberry Lake 5.3 mi, Itasca County
- Little Split Hand Lake 5.5 mi, Itasca County
- Rice Lake 5.7 mi, Itasca County
- Clearwater Lake 5.9 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Hale Lake
How deep is Hale Lake?
Hale Lake reaches a maximum depth of 59 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 91% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Hale Lake?
Hale Lake covers about 125.3 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Hale Lake?
Summer water clarity on Hale Lake averages 12.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2019. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Hale Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Hale 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 Hale Lake?
Homes on Hale 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 Hale Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Hale Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 91% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 12.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Hale Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Hale Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Hale 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 1986), 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.