Sherry Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Side Lake. DNR lake ID 31005700.
Sherry Lake is a 135-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Side Lake. Its deepest point reaches 25 ft. Summer water clarity averages 2.6 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the eutrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31005700 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Side Lake |
| Surface area | 135 acres |
| Maximum depth | 25 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 2.6 ft through 2022 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 23.0 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 5.1 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Eutrophic |
| 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 2022: clarity 2.6 ft, phosphorus 23.0 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 5.1 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Sherry Lake rates as eutrophic.
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
- Sherry Lake: 1 natural launch ramp. 18 miles south of Togo, off MN Highway #65, on the north shore of Sherry Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Bower Lake 3.1 mi, Itasca County
- Stingy Lake 3.5 mi, Itasca County
- O'Leary Lake 3.8 mi, Itasca County
- South Sturgeon Lake 5.0 mi, Itasca County
- Wamp Lake 5.0 mi, Itasca County
- Bear Lake 5.2 mi, Itasca County
- Twenty Four Lake 5.8 mi, Itasca County
- Johnson Lake 6.0 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Sherry Lake
How deep is Sherry Lake?
Sherry Lake reaches a maximum depth of 25 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Sherry Lake?
Sherry Lake covers about 135 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Sherry Lake?
Summer water clarity on Sherry Lake averages 2.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2022. Its trophic state is eutrophic.
Does Sherry Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Sherry 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.
Where is the public boat access on Sherry Lake?
Sherry Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Sherry Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Sherry Lake?
Homes on Sherry 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 Sherry Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Sherry Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 2.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Sherry Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Sherry Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Sherry 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.