Sioux Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Squaw Lake. DNR lake ID 31090700.
Sioux Lake is a 71.1-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Squaw Lake. Its deepest point reaches 34 ft, and about 65% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 6.9 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 | 31090700 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Squaw Lake |
| Surface area | 71.1 acres |
| Maximum depth | 34 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 65% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 6.9 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 6.9 ft.
Fishing on Sioux Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2002 (24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 2.33 | 2.7 to 9.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.78 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 10.67 | 1.9 to 19.1 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 1.89 | 0.7 to 3.6 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.78 | 0.7 to 4.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.33 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.67 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 3.78 | 1.5 to 7.4 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 9.0 in (2002), Northern pike 26.0 in (2002).
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
- Wilderness Lake 1.6 mi, Itasca County
- Dixon Lake 1.8 mi, Itasca County
- Farley Lake 3.0 mi, Itasca County
- Virgin Lake 3.3 mi, Itasca County
- Little Dixon Lake 3.5 mi, Itasca County
- Dunbar Lake 3.7 mi, Itasca County
- Upper Pigeon Lake 3.8 mi, Itasca County
- Lost Lake 3.9 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Sioux Lake
How deep is Sioux Lake?
Sioux Lake reaches a maximum depth of 34 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 65% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Sioux Lake?
Sioux Lake covers about 71.1 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Sioux Lake?
Summer water clarity on Sioux Lake averages 6.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Sioux Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Sioux 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 Sioux Lake?
Homes on Sioux 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 Sioux Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Sioux Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 65% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 6.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Sioux Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Sioux Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Sioux 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 2002), 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.