Little Wasson Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Side Lake. DNR lake ID 31028000.
Little Wasson Lake is a 17.1-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Side Lake. Its deepest point reaches 21 ft. Summer water clarity averages 10.6 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 | 31028000 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Side Lake |
| Surface area | 17.1 acres |
| Maximum depth | 21 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.6 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 10.6 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
- Wasson Lake 0.7 mi, Itasca County
- Bass Lake 0.8 mi, Itasca County
- Otter Lake 2.2 mi, Itasca County
- Bartlet Lake 2.3 mi, Itasca County
- May Lake 2.3 mi, Itasca County
- White Swan Lake 2.4 mi, Itasca County
- Round Lake 2.6 mi, Itasca County
- Rainbow Lake 3.1 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Little Wasson Lake
How deep is Little Wasson Lake?
Little Wasson Lake reaches a maximum depth of 21 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Little Wasson Lake?
Little Wasson Lake covers about 17.1 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Little Wasson Lake?
Summer water clarity on Little Wasson Lake averages 10.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Little Wasson Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Little Wasson 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 Wasson Lake?
Homes on Little Wasson 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 Wasson Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Little Wasson Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 10.6 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 Wasson Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Little Wasson Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Little Wasson 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.