South Fork Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Nashwauk. DNR lake ID 31013500.
South Fork Lake is a 63.5-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Nashwauk. Its deepest point reaches 22 ft, and about 41% 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 | 31013500 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Nashwauk |
| Surface area | 63.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 22 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 41% |
| 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 South Fork Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1983 (43 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 | trap | 0.25 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Northern pike | gill | 6.0 | 2.7 to 9.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.25 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.67 | 1.9 to 19.1 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.25 | 0.7 to 3.6 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.0 | 1.0 to 4.3 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.0 | 0.7 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | trap | 1.75 | 2.9 to 41.2 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.75 | 1.5 to 7.4 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.5 | 0.3 to 1.8 |
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
- Harrison Lake 0.8 mi, Itasca County
- Dollar Lake 1.7 mi, Itasca County
- Kennedy Lake 2.0 mi, Itasca County
- Shoal Lake 2.7 mi, Itasca County
- Buck Lake 2.9 mi, Itasca County
- Bray Lake 4.0 mi, Itasca County
- Wolf Lake 4.2 mi, Itasca County
- Thirty Lake 4.2 mi, Itasca County
Questions about South Fork Lake
How deep is South Fork Lake?
South Fork Lake reaches a maximum depth of 22 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 41% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is South Fork Lake?
South Fork Lake covers about 63.5 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is South Fork Lake?
Summer water clarity on South Fork Lake averages 6.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does South Fork Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
South Fork 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 South Fork Lake?
Homes on South Fork 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 South Fork Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on South Fork Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 41% 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 South Fork Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for South Fork Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about South Fork 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 1983), 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.