Swan (West Bay)
Itasca County, Minnesota. DNR lake ID 31006701.
Swan (West Bay) is a 176.2-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota. Summer water clarity averages 10.2 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31006701 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County |
| Surface area | 176.2 acres |
| Maximum depth | Not surveyed |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.2 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 26.3 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 9.3 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Clearer (2016 to 2025) |
| 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 10.2 ft, phosphorus 26.3 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 9.3 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Swan (West Bay) rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: clearer.
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
- Swan Lake 1.4 mi, Itasca County
- Swan (Main Basin) 1.8 mi, Itasca County
- Lower Panasa Lake 2.2 mi, Itasca County
- Upper Panasa Lake 3.1 mi, Itasca County
- Lammon Aid Lake 3.4 mi, Itasca County
- Snowball Lake 3.5 mi, Itasca County
- Ox Hide Lake 3.5 mi, Itasca County
- Hart Lake 3.6 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Swan (West Bay)
How big is Swan (West Bay)?
Swan (West Bay) covers about 176.2 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Swan (West Bay)?
Summer water clarity on Swan (West Bay) averages 10.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Swan (West Bay) have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Swan (West Bay) 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 Swan (West Bay)?
Homes on Swan (West Bay) 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 Swan (West Bay) and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Swan (West Bay)?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 10.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Swan (West Bay)?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Swan (West Bay) in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Swan (West Bay)
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 not on record), 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.