Ranier Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. DNR lake ID 31066400.
Ranier Lake is an 89.9-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. Its deepest point reaches 45 ft, and about 49% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 15.8 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 | 31066400 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Marcell |
| Surface area | 89.9 acres |
| Maximum depth | 45 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 49% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 15.8 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 15.8 ft.
Fishing on Ranier Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1987 (39 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 | 0.5 to 3.0 |
| Northern pike | gill | 8.25 | 4.8 to 12.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.0 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.5 | 2.0 to 21.5 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 2.25 | 0.3 to 2.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.25 | 0.8 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 13.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 8.25 | 8.3 to 50.1 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.0 | 2.8 to 10.3 |
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
- Little Ranier Lake 0.8 mi, Itasca County
- Forest Lake 0.9 mi, Itasca County
- Little North Star Lake 1.2 mi, Itasca County
- Johnson Lake 2.7 mi, Itasca County
- North Star Lake 2.7 mi, Itasca County
- Jack the Horse Lake 2.8 mi, Itasca County
- Turtle Lake 2.8 mi, Itasca County
- Hole-in-Wall Lake 2.9 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Ranier Lake
How deep is Ranier Lake?
Ranier Lake reaches a maximum depth of 45 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 49% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Ranier Lake?
Ranier Lake covers about 89.9 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Ranier Lake?
Summer water clarity on Ranier Lake averages 15.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Ranier Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Ranier 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 Ranier Lake?
Homes on Ranier 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 Ranier Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Ranier Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 49% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 15.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Ranier Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Ranier Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Ranier 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 1987), 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.