Natures Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Squaw Lake. DNR lake ID 31087700.
Natures Lake is a 2,249-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Squaw Lake. Its deepest point reaches 6 ft, and about 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 5.2 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the eutrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31087700 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Squaw Lake |
| Surface area | 2,249 acres |
| Maximum depth | 6 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 100% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 5.2 ft through 2017 |
| Nutrient class | Eutrophic |
| 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 2017: clarity 5.2 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Natures Lake rates as eutrophic.
Fishing on Natures Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1990 (36 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | gill | 2.0 | n/a |
| Walleye | trap | 0.08 | n/a |
| Northern pike | gill | 16.5 | n/a |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 42.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 9.75 | n/a |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.17 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.42 | n/a |
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
- Natures Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 2 trailer spaces. In the city of Squaw Lake, N of river, on W shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Rice Lake 3.2 mi, Itasca County
- Round Lake 3.4 mi, Itasca County
- Little Sand Lake 4.2 mi, Itasca County
- Alice Lake 4.4 mi, Itasca County
- Virgin Lake 4.6 mi, Itasca County
- One Loaf Lake 4.9 mi, Itasca County
- Upper Pigeon Lake 5.3 mi, Itasca County
- Stone Axe Lake 5.5 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Natures Lake
How deep is Natures Lake?
Natures Lake reaches a maximum depth of 6 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Natures Lake?
Natures Lake covers about 2,249 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Natures Lake?
Summer water clarity on Natures Lake averages 5.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2017. Its trophic state is eutrophic.
Does Natures Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Natures 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.
Where is the public boat access on Natures Lake?
Natures Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Natures Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Natures Lake?
Homes on Natures 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 Natures Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Natures Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 100% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 5.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Natures Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Natures Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Natures 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 1990), 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.