Little Pughole Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Suomi. DNR lake ID 31060100.
Little Pughole Lake is a 169-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Suomi. Summer water clarity averages 6.1 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 | 31060100 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Suomi |
| Surface area | 169 acres |
| Maximum depth | Not surveyed |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 6.1 ft through 2022 (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 2022: clarity 6.1 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
- Lawrence Lake 0.6 mi, Itasca County
- Pughole Lake 0.6 mi, Itasca County
- Johnson Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Doan Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Hill Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Lucky Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Long Lake 1.1 mi, Itasca County
- Moore Lake 1.5 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Little Pughole Lake
How big is Little Pughole Lake?
Little Pughole Lake covers about 169 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Little Pughole Lake?
Summer water clarity on Little Pughole Lake averages 6.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2022.
Does Little Pughole Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Little Pughole 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 Pughole Lake?
Homes on Little Pughole 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 Pughole Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Little Pughole Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 6.1 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 Pughole Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Little Pughole Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Little Pughole 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.