Little Leighton Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Days High Landing. DNR lake ID 31074700.
Little Leighton Lake is a 37-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Days High Landing. Its deepest point reaches 43 ft. Summer water clarity averages 9.6 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 | 31074700 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Days High Landing |
| Surface area | 37 acres |
| Maximum depth | 43 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 9.6 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 9.6 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
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Leighton Lake 0.7 mi, Itasca County
- Little Rice Lake 2.8 mi, Itasca County
- Little Siseebakwet Lake 2.8 mi, Itasca County
- Rice Lake 2.9 mi, Itasca County
- Skunk Lake 3.1 mi, Cass County
- Skelly Lake 3.5 mi, Itasca County
- No-ta-she-bun Lake 3.8 mi, Itasca County
- Guile Lake 3.9 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Little Leighton Lake
How deep is Little Leighton Lake?
Little Leighton Lake reaches a maximum depth of 43 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Little Leighton Lake?
Little Leighton Lake covers about 37 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Little Leighton Lake?
Summer water clarity on Little Leighton Lake averages 9.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Little Leighton Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Little Leighton 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 Leighton Lake?
Homes on Little Leighton 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 Leighton Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Little Leighton Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 9.6 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 Leighton Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Little Leighton Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Little Leighton 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.