Holman Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Bovey. DNR lake ID 31022700.
Holman Lake is a 148.5-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Bovey. Its deepest point reaches 65 ft, and about 53% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 14.0 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. The DNR lists it for flowering rush. DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31022700 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Bovey |
| Surface area | 148.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 65 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 53% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 14.0 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 14.0 ft.
Fishing on Holman Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2019 (7 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 | 5.33 | 3.1 to 8.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.22 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.67 | 2.5 to 24.2 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.33 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.17 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.78 | 0.7 to 3.2 |
| Bluegill | trap | 3.44 | 5.6 to 42.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.33 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.33 | 0.3 to 1.1 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.11 | 1.7 to 8.2 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.33 | 0.6 to 2.5 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 13.0 in (2019), Northern pike 20.0 in (2022).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Bowfin, Shorthead redhorse, Silver redhorse, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown 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 2009).
Public boat access
- Holman Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 5 trailer spaces. Take 169 east out of Taconite for 0.4 miles to access road. Follow access road south for 0.5 miles to the access. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Big Diamond Lake 1.4 mi, Itasca County
- South Twin Lake 1.5 mi, Itasca County
- North Twin Lake 1.5 mi, Itasca County
- Bass Lake 3.1 mi, Itasca County
- Moonshine Lake 3.9 mi, Itasca County
- Upper Panasa Lake 4.0 mi, Itasca County
- Trout Lake 4.1 mi, Itasca County
- Little O'Reilly Lake 4.6 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Holman Lake
How deep is Holman Lake?
Holman Lake reaches a maximum depth of 65 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 53% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Holman Lake?
Holman Lake covers about 148.5 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Holman Lake?
Summer water clarity on Holman Lake averages 14.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Holman Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Holman Lake for flowering rush.
What fish are in Holman Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, bowfin, shorthead redhorse in Holman Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2019.
Where is the public boat access on Holman Lake?
Holman Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Holman Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Holman Lake?
Homes on Holman 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 Holman Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Holman Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 53% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 14.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Holman Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Holman Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Holman 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 2019), 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.