Slauson Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. DNR lake ID 31050200.
Slauson Lake is a 105.5-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. Its deepest point reaches 40 ft, and about 44% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 12.0 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 | 31050200 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Marcell |
| Surface area | 105.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 40 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 44% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.0 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 12.0 ft.
Fishing on Slauson Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1984 (42 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 | 8.25 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.75 | 1.5 to 23.0 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.25 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 4.25 | 0.5 to 2.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.5 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 21.25 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 1.25 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.75 | 0.3 to 1.5 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 0.25 | 1.0 to 13.3 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 3.0 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.25 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.75 | 0.5 to 2.0 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.5 | 0.5 to 2.8 |
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
- East Lake 0.8 mi, Itasca County
- Cameron Lake 1.6 mi, Itasca County
- Little East Lake 1.9 mi, Itasca County
- Clubhouse Lake 2.1 mi, Itasca County
- La Barge Lake 2.1 mi, Itasca County
- Burns Lake 2.2 mi, Itasca County
- Fox Lake 2.3 mi, Itasca County
- Batson Lake 2.6 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Slauson Lake
How deep is Slauson Lake?
Slauson Lake reaches a maximum depth of 40 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 44% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Slauson Lake?
Slauson Lake covers about 105.5 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Slauson Lake?
Summer water clarity on Slauson Lake averages 12.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Slauson Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Slauson 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 Slauson Lake?
Homes on Slauson 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 Slauson Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Slauson Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 44% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 12.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Slauson Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Slauson Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Slauson 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 1984), 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.