Shelly Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Suomi. DNR lake ID 31063000.
Shelly Lake is a 111-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Suomi. Its deepest point reaches 75 ft. Summer water clarity averages 11.4 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 | 31063000 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Suomi |
| Surface area | 111 acres |
| Maximum depth | 75 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.4 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 11.4 ft.
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
- Irma Lake 1.2 mi, Itasca County
- Day Lake 1.8 mi, Itasca County
- Spider Lake 1.8 mi, Itasca County
- Big Jack Lake 2.0 mi, Itasca County
- Wolf Lake 2.0 mi, Itasca County
- Little Long Lake 2.1 mi, Itasca County
- Surprise Lake 2.2 mi, Itasca County
- Caribou Lake 2.3 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Shelly Lake
How deep is Shelly Lake?
Shelly Lake reaches a maximum depth of 75 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Shelly Lake?
Shelly Lake covers about 111 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Shelly Lake?
Summer water clarity on Shelly Lake averages 11.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Shelly Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Shelly 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 Shelly Lake?
Homes on Shelly 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 Shelly Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Shelly Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 11.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Shelly Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Shelly Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Shelly 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 not on record), 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.