Hart Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Pengilly. DNR lake ID 31002000.
Hart Lake is a 328.4-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Pengilly. Its deepest point reaches 55 ft, and about 23% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 10.4 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. The DNR lists it for flowering rush. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31002000 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Pengilly |
| Surface area | 328.4 acres |
| Maximum depth | 55 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 23% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.4 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | flowering rush |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 10.4 ft.
Fishing on Hart Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2022 (4 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 | 2.11 | 3.1 to 8.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.25 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.25 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.78 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.38 | 0.7 to 3.2 |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 7.5 | 5.6 to 42.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.78 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.0 | 0.3 to 1.1 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 5.56 | 0.7 to 6.5 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.12 | 1.7 to 8.2 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.12 | 0.6 to 2.5 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 16.0 in (2022), Walleye 28.0 in (2007), Northern pike 33.0 in (2022).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Tullibee (cisco), Bowfin, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
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
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: flowering rush (listed 2007).
Public boat access
- Hart Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 2 trailer spaces. 7 miles south of Pengilly, off Forest Service Road, on the northeast shore of Hart Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Twin Lake 1.2 mi, Itasca County
- Little Flower Lake 1.8 mi, Itasca County
- Dode Lake 2.3 mi, Itasca County
- Helen Lake 3.3 mi, Itasca County
- Little Island Lake 3.4 mi, Itasca County
- Swan (West Bay) 3.6 mi, Itasca County
- Swan (Main Basin) 3.6 mi, Itasca County
- Swan Lake 3.7 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Hart Lake
How deep is Hart Lake?
Hart Lake reaches a maximum depth of 55 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 23% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Hart Lake?
Hart Lake covers about 328.4 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Hart Lake?
Summer water clarity on Hart Lake averages 10.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Hart Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Hart Lake for flowering rush.
What fish are in Hart Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, tullibee (cisco) in Hart Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2022.
Where is the public boat access on Hart Lake?
Hart Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Hart Lake.
How is the walleye population on Hart Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1992 to 2007, walleye numbers on Hart Lake ran mostly below the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
Are there lake homes for sale on Hart Lake?
Homes on Hart 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 Hart Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Hart Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 23% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 10.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Hart Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Hart Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Hart 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 2022), 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.