Scooty Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Nashwauk. DNR lake ID 31015000.
Scooty Lake is a 166.8-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Nashwauk. Its deepest point reaches 75 ft, and about 46% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 5.7 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31015000 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Nashwauk |
| Surface area | 166.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 75 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 46% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 5.7 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 5.7 ft.
Fishing on Scooty Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2019 (7 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 | trap | 0.33 | 0.3 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 1.5 | 2.0 to 8.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.22 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.0 | 0.5 to 4.5 |
| Black crappie | trap | 4.89 | 1.0 to 6.1 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.17 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 5.56 | 7.9 to 37.7 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.17 | 0.5 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.0 | 0.5 to 2.0 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.0 | 1.1 to 4.7 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.33 | 0.5 to 1.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.44 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 16.0 in (2019), Northern pike 29.0 in (2019), Walleye 25.0 in (2019).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, 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
- Scooty Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 2 trailer spaces. 18 miles north of Taconite, off County Road 336, on the west shore of Scooty Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Someman Lake 1.4 mi, Itasca County
- Hartley Lake 1.5 mi, Itasca County
- Wolf Lake 2.0 mi, Itasca County
- Round Lake 3.1 mi, Itasca County
- Little Wasson Lake 3.8 mi, Itasca County
- Wasson Lake 3.8 mi, Itasca County
- Moose Lake 4.0 mi, Itasca County
- Long (Main Bay) 4.3 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Scooty Lake
How deep is Scooty Lake?
Scooty Lake reaches a maximum depth of 75 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 46% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Scooty Lake?
Scooty Lake covers about 166.8 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Scooty Lake?
Summer water clarity on Scooty Lake averages 5.7 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Scooty Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Scooty 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 Scooty Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, yellow bullhead in Scooty Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2019.
Where is the public boat access on Scooty Lake?
Scooty Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Scooty Lake.
How is the walleye population on Scooty Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1990 to 2003, walleye numbers on Scooty 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 Scooty Lake?
Homes on Scooty 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 Scooty Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Scooty Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 46% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 5.7 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Scooty Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Scooty Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Scooty 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 2019), 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.