Trestle Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Talmoon. DNR lake ID 31080300.
Trestle Lake is a 111.3-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Talmoon. Its deepest point reaches 35 ft, and about 29% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 13.8 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. DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31080300 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Talmoon |
| Surface area | 111.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 35 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 29% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 13.8 ft through 2020 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 17.4 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 4.1 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| 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 2020: clarity 13.8 ft, phosphorus 17.4 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 4.1 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Trestle Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Trestle Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2011 (15 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 | 11.5 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.25 | 1.5 to 23.0 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.56 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 4.0 | 0.5 to 2.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 2.0 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 3.75 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 8.0 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.5 | 0.3 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.11 | 0.3 to 1.6 |
| Smallmouth bass | gill | 0.25 | 0.3 to 1.1 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.22 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 31.0 in (2011), Smallmouth bass 17.0 in (2011), Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2011).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, 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
- Trestle Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 2 trailer spaces. 1.5 mi E of Wirt on Cnty Rd 29, then 2 mi N on Cnty Rd 14, then 3 mi SE on Forest Service Rd to W shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- David Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Holland Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Lac a Roy Lake 1.2 mi, Itasca County
- Arrowhead Lake 1.6 mi, Itasca County
- Crooked Lake 2.9 mi, Itasca County
- Gunderson Lake 3.1 mi, Itasca County
- East Lake 3.1 mi, Itasca County
- Little Round Lake 3.8 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Trestle Lake
How deep is Trestle Lake?
Trestle Lake reaches a maximum depth of 35 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 29% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Trestle Lake?
Trestle Lake covers about 111.3 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Trestle Lake?
Summer water clarity on Trestle Lake averages 13.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2020. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Trestle Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Trestle 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 Trestle Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, brown bullhead in Trestle Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2011.
Where is the public boat access on Trestle Lake?
Trestle Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Trestle Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Trestle Lake?
Homes on Trestle 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 Trestle Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Trestle Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 29% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 13.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Trestle Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Trestle Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Trestle 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 2011), 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.