Mirror Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Togo. DNR lake ID 31016000.
Mirror Lake is a 109.1-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Togo. Its deepest point reaches 45 ft, and about 44% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 17.6 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31016000 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Togo |
| Surface area | 109.1 acres |
| Maximum depth | 45 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 44% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 17.6 ft through 2023 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 12.7 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 1.8 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2023: clarity 17.6 ft, phosphorus 12.7 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 1.8 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Mirror Lake rates as oligotrophic.
Fishing on Mirror Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2022 (4 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 | trap | 0.78 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.33 | 0.3 to 0.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.78 | 1.0 to 6.1 |
| Bluegill | trap | 24.67 | 7.9 to 37.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.89 | 0.5 to 2.0 |
| Smallmouth bass | trap | 0.11 | 0.3 to 3.0 |
| Rock bass | trap | 1.56 | 0.5 to 1.8 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Walleye 27.0 in (2017), Largemouth bass 17.0 in (2022), Northern pike 25.0 in (2022), Smallmouth bass 13.0 in (2022).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Rock bass.
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
- Mirror Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 3 trailer spaces. 6 mi SW of Togo on Mn Hwy 1 to W shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Thistledew Lake 1.7 mi, Itasca County
- Tank Lake 2.4 mi, Itasca County
- Little Moose Lake 2.4 mi, Itasca County
- Five Island Lake 2.7 mi, Itasca County
- Battle Lake 3.5 mi, Itasca County
- Buttonbox Lake 3.6 mi, Itasca County
- Pickerel Lake 4.1 mi, Itasca County
- Crum Lake 4.5 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Mirror Lake
How deep is Mirror Lake?
Mirror Lake reaches a maximum depth of 45 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 44% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Mirror Lake?
Mirror Lake covers about 109.1 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Mirror Lake?
Summer water clarity on Mirror Lake averages 17.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2023. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Mirror Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Mirror 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.
What fish are in Mirror Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, rock bass in Mirror Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2022.
Where is the public boat access on Mirror Lake?
Mirror Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Mirror Lake.
How is the walleye population on Mirror Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1991 to 2017, walleye numbers on Mirror Lake ran mostly within the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
Are there lake homes for sale on Mirror Lake?
Homes on Mirror 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 Mirror Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Mirror Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 44% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 17.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Mirror Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Mirror Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Mirror 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 2022), 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.