Johnson Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Side Lake. DNR lake ID 31005900.
Johnson Lake is a 17-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Side Lake. Its deepest point reaches 20 ft. Summer water clarity averages 5.7 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 | 31005900 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Side Lake |
| Surface area | 17 acres |
| Maximum depth | 20 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 5.7 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 5.7 ft.
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
- Johnson Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 2 trailer spaces. 6 mi S of the city of Bear River on Cnty Rd 527 then W on road to N shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Beatrice Lake 1.5 mi, Itasca County
- Wamp Lake 4.3 mi, Itasca County
- South Sturgeon Lake 4.9 mi, Itasca County
- Spring Lake 5.5 mi, Itasca County
- Sherry Lake 6.0 mi, Itasca County
- Stingy Lake 7.4 mi, Itasca County
- Bower Lake 8.0 mi, Itasca County
- Bear Lake 8.2 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Johnson Lake
How deep is Johnson Lake?
Johnson Lake reaches a maximum depth of 20 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Johnson Lake?
Johnson Lake covers about 17 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Johnson Lake?
Summer water clarity on Johnson Lake averages 5.7 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Johnson Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Johnson 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.
Where is the public boat access on Johnson Lake?
Johnson Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Johnson Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Johnson Lake?
Homes on Johnson 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 Johnson Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Johnson Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 5.7 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Johnson Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Johnson Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Johnson 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 not on record), 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.