Snowball Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Calumet. DNR lake ID 31010800.
Snowball Lake is a 145.1-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Calumet. Its deepest point reaches 38 ft, and about 30% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 12.1 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, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31010800 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Calumet |
| Surface area | 145.1 acres |
| Maximum depth | 38 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 30% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.1 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 12.1 ft.
Fishing on Snowball Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2013 (13 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 | gill | 0.83 | 1.3 to 5.0 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.22 | 0.3 to 0.7 |
| Northern pike | gill | 14.83 | 3.5 to 10.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.78 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.67 | 3.4 to 43.6 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.11 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.33 | 0.6 to 3.5 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.22 | 0.7 to 3.4 |
| Bluegill | gill | 10.17 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 8.11 | 6.1 to 46.6 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.17 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.22 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.33 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.22 | 2.0 to 8.5 |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.83 | 0.3 to 1.9 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.44 | 0.5 to 1.8 |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 36.0 in (2013), Largemouth bass 15.0 in (2013), Walleye 27.0 in (2013).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Rock bass, Bowfin, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown 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
- Snowball Lake: 1 gravel launch ramp. 2 miles west of Pengilly, on US Highway #169, on the east shore of Snowball Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Ox Hide Lake 1.4 mi, Itasca County
- Upper Panasa Lake 2.1 mi, Itasca County
- Lower Panasa Lake 2.6 mi, Itasca County
- Little Sucker Lake 2.7 mi, Itasca County
- Swan Lake 3.3 mi, Itasca County
- Swan (West Bay) 3.5 mi, Itasca County
- Big Sucker Lake 3.6 mi, Itasca County
- Swan (Main Basin) 3.7 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Snowball Lake
How deep is Snowball Lake?
Snowball Lake reaches a maximum depth of 38 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 30% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Snowball Lake?
Snowball Lake covers about 145.1 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Snowball Lake?
Summer water clarity on Snowball Lake averages 12.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Snowball Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Snowball 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 Snowball Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, rock bass, bowfin, white sucker in Snowball Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2013.
Where is the public boat access on Snowball Lake?
Snowball Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Snowball Lake.
How is the walleye population on Snowball Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1995 to 2013, walleye numbers on Snowball 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 Snowball Lake?
Homes on Snowball 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 Snowball Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Snowball Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 30% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 12.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Snowball Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Snowball Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Snowball 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 2013), 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.