Pancake Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Goodland. DNR lake ID 31001600.
Pancake Lake is a 137.8-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Goodland. Its deepest point reaches 34 ft, and about 20% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 7.6 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. 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 | 31001600 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Goodland |
| Surface area | 137.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 34 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 20% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 7.6 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 2025: clarity 7.6 ft.
Fishing on Pancake Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2018 (8 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 | 11.0 | 3.5 to 10.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.29 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 27.5 | 3.4 to 43.6 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.57 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 5.0 | 0.6 to 3.5 |
| Black crappie | trap | 3.0 | 0.7 to 3.4 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.75 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 20.86 | 6.1 to 46.6 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.25 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.25 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 3.14 | 2.0 to 8.5 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2018), Northern pike 34.0 in (2018).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, White sucker, Yellow bullhead.
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
- Pancake Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 2 trailer spaces. 2.75 miles North of Wawina on Cnty Rd 25, then 4.5 mi North on gravel road. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- New Lake 4.4 mi, Itasca County
- Long Lake 5.0 mi, Itasca County
- Mary Lake 6.9 mi, Itasca County
- Beauty Lake 7.4 mi, Itasca County
- Shallow Lake 7.5 mi, Itasca County
- Sand Lake 7.9 mi, Itasca County
- Twin Lake 8.0 mi, Itasca County
- Dode Lake 8.2 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Pancake Lake
How deep is Pancake Lake?
Pancake Lake reaches a maximum depth of 34 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 20% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Pancake Lake?
Pancake Lake covers about 137.8 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Pancake Lake?
Summer water clarity on Pancake Lake averages 7.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Pancake Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Pancake 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 Pancake Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, white sucker, yellow bullhead in Pancake Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2018.
Where is the public boat access on Pancake Lake?
Pancake Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Pancake Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Pancake Lake?
Homes on Pancake 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 Pancake Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Pancake Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 20% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 7.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Pancake Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Pancake Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Pancake 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 2018), 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.