Moonshine Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Taconite. DNR lake ID 31022400.
Moonshine Lake is a 17.7-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Taconite. Its deepest point reaches 38 ft, and about 57% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31022400 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Taconite |
| Surface area | 17.7 acres |
| Maximum depth | 38 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 57% |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Fishing on Moonshine Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1986 (40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow perch | gill | 59.5 | 1.5 to 20.5 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 5.25 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
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
- Little O'Reilly Lake 1.1 mi, Itasca County
- Island Lake 1.7 mi, Itasca County
- O'Reilly Lake 1.8 mi, Itasca County
- Shamrock Lake 2.1 mi, Itasca County
- Big Diamond Lake 3.5 mi, Itasca County
- Big Rainbarrel Lake 3.6 mi, Itasca County
- Holman Lake 3.9 mi, Itasca County
- Inkey Lake 4.2 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Moonshine Lake
How deep is Moonshine Lake?
Moonshine Lake reaches a maximum depth of 38 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 57% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Moonshine Lake?
Moonshine Lake covers about 17.7 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
Does Moonshine Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Moonshine 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 Moonshine Lake?
Homes on Moonshine 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 Moonshine Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Moonshine Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 57% shallow shoreline under 15 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Moonshine Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Moonshine Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Moonshine 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 1986), 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.