Spring Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Canisteo. DNR lake ID 31040500.
Spring Lake is a 39.4-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Canisteo. Its deepest point reaches 60 ft. Summer water clarity averages 11.4 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 | 31040500 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Canisteo |
| Surface area | 39.4 acres |
| Maximum depth | 60 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.4 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 11.4 ft.
Fishing on Spring Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1979 (47 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 | 4.5 | n/a |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.67 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 5.0 | n/a |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.67 | n/a |
| Bluegill | gill | 10.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 14.0 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.67 | n/a |
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
- Spring Lake: 1 natural launch ramp. From Hwy 60 follow Hay Lake Path south for 1.2 miles to the access. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Island Lake 0.6 mi, Itasca County
- Hay Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Bosley Lake 1.4 mi, Itasca County
- Charlotte Lake 1.6 mi, Itasca County
- Bluewater Lake 2.9 mi, Itasca County
- McAvity Lake 2.9 mi, Itasca County
- Little Wabana Lake 3.0 mi, Itasca County
- Pughole Lake 3.1 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Spring Lake
How deep is Spring Lake?
Spring Lake reaches a maximum depth of 60 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Spring Lake?
Spring Lake covers about 39.4 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Spring Lake?
Summer water clarity on Spring Lake averages 11.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Spring Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Spring 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 Spring Lake?
Spring Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Spring Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Spring Lake?
Homes on Spring 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 Spring Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Spring Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 11.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Spring Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Spring Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Spring 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 1979), 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.