New Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Goodland. DNR lake ID 31000700.
New Lake is a 78.3-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Goodland. Its deepest point reaches 22 ft, and about 64% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 10.2 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31000700 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Goodland |
| Surface area | 78.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 22 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 64% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.2 ft through 2016 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 22.5 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 5.0 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| 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 2016: clarity 10.2 ft, phosphorus 22.5 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 5.0 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, New Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on New Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2006 (20 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 | gill | 4.67 | 4.5 to 11.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.44 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 13.33 | 2.5 to 24.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.0 | 1.0 to 11.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.22 | 1.2 to 4.8 |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.33 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 1.22 | 4.9 to 49.8 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.67 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.56 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 36.0 in (2006), Largemouth bass 13.0 in (2006).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch.
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
- New Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 4 trailer spaces. 2 miles north of Goodland, off Highway #65, on the northeast shore of New Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Twin Lake 3.7 mi, Itasca County
- Pancake Lake 4.4 mi, Itasca County
- Mary Lake 4.5 mi, Itasca County
- Long Lake 4.5 mi, Itasca County
- Beauty Lake 4.6 mi, Itasca County
- Dode Lake 4.7 mi, Itasca County
- Hart Lake 4.7 mi, Itasca County
- Little Flower Lake 5.0 mi, Itasca County
Questions about New Lake
How deep is New Lake?
New Lake reaches a maximum depth of 22 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 64% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is New Lake?
New Lake covers about 78.3 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is New Lake?
Summer water clarity on New Lake averages 10.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2016. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does New Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
New 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 New Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch in New Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2006.
Where is the public boat access on New Lake?
New Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: New Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on New Lake?
Homes on New 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 New Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on New Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 64% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 10.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on New Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for New Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about New 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 2006), 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.