Little East Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. DNR lake ID 31045900.
Little East Lake is a 64.5-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. Its deepest point reaches 100 ft. Summer water clarity averages 15.2 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 | 31045900 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Marcell |
| Surface area | 64.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 100 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 15.2 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 2025: clarity 15.2 ft.
Fishing on Little East Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1982 (44 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 | 8.67 | 2.2 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.0 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 3.0 | 1.5 to 13.8 |
| Bluegill | gill | 6.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 5.5 | 7.7 to 43.4 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 3.33 | 0.5 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.5 | 0.4 to 1.5 |
| Rock bass | gill | 5.0 | 0.7 to 4.4 |
| Rock bass | trap | 1.0 | 0.8 to 3.7 |
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
- Fox Lake 0.9 mi, Itasca County
- East Lake 1.2 mi, Itasca County
- Horseshoe Lake 1.4 mi, Itasca County
- La Barge Lake 1.5 mi, Itasca County
- Clubhouse Lake 1.8 mi, Itasca County
- Slauson Lake 1.9 mi, Itasca County
- Alice Lake 1.9 mi, Itasca County
- Pine Lake 2.0 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Little East Lake
How deep is Little East Lake?
Little East Lake reaches a maximum depth of 100 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Little East Lake?
Little East Lake covers about 64.5 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Little East Lake?
Summer water clarity on Little East Lake averages 15.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Little East Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Little East 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 Little East Lake?
Homes on Little East 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 Little East Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Little East Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 15.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Little East Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Little East Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Little East 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 1982), 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.