Pokegama Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Grand Rapids. DNR lake ID 31053200.
Pokegama Lake is a 6,721-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Grand Rapids. Its deepest point reaches 112 ft, and about 29% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 16.4 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for starry stonewort, zebra mussel. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31053200 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Grand Rapids |
| Surface area | 6,721 acres |
| Maximum depth | 112 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 29% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 16.4 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 16.1 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.4 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Invasive species | starry stonewort, zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 7 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 16.4 ft, phosphorus 16.1 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.4 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Pokegama Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Pokegama Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2021 (5 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 | 9.0 | 4.0 to 9.6 |
| Northern pike | gill | 9.07 | 3.0 to 7.9 |
| Yellow perch | gill | 8.2 | 7.1 to 33.9 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.8 | 0.2 to 1.1 |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.33 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Smallmouth bass | gill | 0.73 | 0.2 to 0.9 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 0.27 | 0.5 to 5.2 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.8 | n/a |
| Rock bass | gill | 3.8 | 1.0 to 6.6 |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 32.0 in (2021), Walleye 27.0 in (2021), Smallmouth bass 18.0 in (2021), Largemouth bass 12.0 in (2021).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Tullibee (cisco), Lake whitefish, Bowfin, Shorthead redhorse, Silver redhorse, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 5. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: starry stonewort (listed 2024), zebra mussel (listed 2019).
Public boat access
- Pokegama Lake, Sherry's Arm: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 7 trailer spaces. 7 mi S of Grand Rapids on US Hwy 169, then 1.75 mi W on Cnty Rd 17 toS shore of the W arm of the lake. Directions
- Pokegama Lake , Casper: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 4 trailer spaces. 6 mi SE of Grand Rapids on Cnty Rd 3, then 2 mi S on Cnty Rd 67, then.75 mi W to SE shore of Wendigo Arm of the lake. Directions
- Pokegama Lake, Golf Course Rd: 2 natural launch ramps, 1 dock, 11 trailer spaces. 3.5 mi SW of Grand Rapids off Cnty Rd 23 to E shore. Directions
- Pokegama Lake, Mishawaka Landing: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 6 trailer spaces. Heading south of Grand Rapids, on Hwy 169 take Mishawaka Rd west for 0.9 miles. Access will be on the left. Directions
- Pokegama Lake, Tioga: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 10 trailer spaces. 1 mile west of Grand Rapids on Hwy 2, south 2.5 miles Hwy 63, .9 miles east on Tioga Beach Road. Directions
- Pokegama Lake, Wood Tick: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 2 trailer spaces. 2 mi S of Grand Rapids on US Hwy 169, then .25 mi E on Cnty Rd 64, then 2.5 mi SE on Sunnybeach Rd. Directions
- Pokegama Lake, Laplant Rd: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 4 trailer spaces. 6 mi S of Grand Rapids on US Hwy 169, then 1.5 mi E on Cnty Rd 66 to W shore of Wendigo Arm of the lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Horseshoe Lake 1.5 mi, Itasca County
- Blandin Lake 3.5 mi, Itasca County
- Forest Lake 3.5 mi, Itasca County
- Cavanaugh Lake 3.8 mi, Itasca County
- Tioga Mine Pit 3.8 mi, Itasca County
- Hale Lake 4.0 mi, Itasca County
- Little Cavanaugh Lake 4.2 mi, Itasca County
- Ice Lake 4.2 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Pokegama Lake
How deep is Pokegama Lake?
Pokegama Lake reaches a maximum depth of 112 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 29% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Pokegama Lake?
Pokegama Lake covers about 6,721 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Pokegama Lake?
Summer water clarity on Pokegama Lake averages 16.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Pokegama Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Pokegama Lake for starry stonewort, zebra mussel.
What fish are in Pokegama Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Pokegama Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2021.
Where is the public boat access on Pokegama Lake?
Pokegama Lake has 7 public water access sites on DNR record: Pokegama Lake, Sherry's Arm; Pokegama Lake , Casper; Pokegama Lake, Golf Course Rd; Pokegama Lake, Mishawaka Landing; Pokegama Lake, Tioga; Pokegama Lake, Wood Tick; Pokegama Lake, Laplant Rd.
How is the walleye population on Pokegama Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1990 to 2021, walleye numbers on Pokegama Lake ran mostly within the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
Are there lake homes for sale on Pokegama Lake?
Homes on Pokegama 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 Pokegama Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Pokegama Lake?
Big water with room for long boat rides and wake sports, about 29% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 16.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Pokegama Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5.
Ask us about Pokegama 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 2021), 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.