Nose Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Grand Rapids. DNR lake ID 31041700.
Nose Lake is a 114.4-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Grand Rapids. Its deepest point reaches 47 ft, and about 27% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 12.2 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 | 31041700 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Grand Rapids |
| Surface area | 114.4 acres |
| Maximum depth | 47 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 27% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.2 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 12.2 ft.
Fishing on Nose Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1992 (34 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 | 0.25 | 0.3 to 2.0 |
| Northern pike | gill | 5.5 | 2.0 to 8.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.25 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 22.75 | 1.5 to 18.5 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.5 | 0.5 to 4.5 |
| Black crappie | trap | 6.25 | 1.0 to 6.1 |
| Bluegill | gill | 7.75 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 50.25 | 7.9 to 37.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 3.5 | 0.5 to 2.0 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 3.5 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 11.25 | 1.1 to 4.7 |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
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
- Black Island Lake 0.6 mi, Itasca County
- Three Island Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Gunn Lake 1.2 mi, Itasca County
- Burnt Shanty Lake 1.2 mi, Itasca County
- Blind Lake 1.2 mi, Itasca County
- Moon Lake 1.3 mi, Itasca County
- Little Island Lake 1.4 mi, Itasca County
- Burrows Lake 1.5 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Nose Lake
How deep is Nose Lake?
Nose Lake reaches a maximum depth of 47 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 27% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Nose Lake?
Nose Lake covers about 114.4 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Nose Lake?
Summer water clarity on Nose Lake averages 12.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Nose Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Nose 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 Nose Lake?
Homes on Nose 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 Nose Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Nose Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 27% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 12.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Nose Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Nose Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Nose 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 1992), 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.