Little O'Reilly Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Bovey. DNR lake ID 31022000.
Little O'Reilly Lake is a 38-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Bovey. Its deepest point reaches 41 ft, and about 66% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 13.3 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 | 31022000 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Bovey |
| Surface area | 38 acres |
| Maximum depth | 41 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 66% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 13.3 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 13.3 ft.
Fishing on Little O'Reilly Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2004 (22 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 | 1.5 | 2.7 to 9.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.78 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.5 | 1.9 to 19.1 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.11 | 0.7 to 3.6 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.89 | 0.7 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 2.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 8.56 | 2.9 to 41.2 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.56 | 0.4 to 2.0 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.22 | 1.5 to 7.4 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.33 | 0.3 to 1.8 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 28.0 in (2004), Largemouth bass 14.0 in (2004).
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
- Island Lake 0.7 mi, Itasca County
- O'Reilly Lake 0.8 mi, Itasca County
- Shamrock Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Moonshine Lake 1.1 mi, Itasca County
- Big Rainbarrel Lake 2.7 mi, Itasca County
- Inkey Lake 3.2 mi, Itasca County
- Clearwater Lake 3.7 mi, Itasca County
- Big Diamond Lake 4.0 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Little O'Reilly Lake
How deep is Little O'Reilly Lake?
Little O'Reilly Lake reaches a maximum depth of 41 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 66% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Little O'Reilly Lake?
Little O'Reilly Lake covers about 38 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Little O'Reilly Lake?
Summer water clarity on Little O'Reilly Lake averages 13.3 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Little O'Reilly Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Little O'Reilly 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 O'Reilly Lake?
Homes on Little O'Reilly 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 O'Reilly Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Little O'Reilly Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 66% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 13.3 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 O'Reilly Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Little O'Reilly Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Little O'Reilly 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 2004), 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.