Wabana Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Grand Rapids. DNR lake ID 31039200.
Wabana Lake is a 2,221-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Grand Rapids. Its deepest point reaches 115 ft, and about 35% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 18.5 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31039200 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Grand Rapids |
| Surface area | 2,221 acres |
| Maximum depth | 115 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 35% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 18.5 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 11.2 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.0 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 2 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 18.5 ft, phosphorus 11.2 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.0 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Wabana Lake rates as oligotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Wabana Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2019 (7 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 | 4.07 | 4.0 to 9.6 |
| Northern pike | gill | 5.27 | 3.0 to 7.9 |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.73 | 7.1 to 33.9 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.2 | 0.2 to 1.1 |
| Bluegill | gill | 2.47 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.13 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Smallmouth bass | gill | 0.47 | 0.2 to 0.9 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 2.8 | 0.5 to 5.2 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.2 | n/a |
| Rock bass | gill | 7.0 | 1.0 to 6.6 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.2 | n/a |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 35.0 in (2019), Largemouth bass 19.0 in (2019), Walleye 26.0 in (2019), Smallmouth bass 18.0 in (2019).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Tullibee (cisco), White sucker, Yellow 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
- Wabana Lake (NW): 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 6 trailer spaces. 12 mi N of Grand Rapids on Mn Hwy 38, then 1.5 mi E on Cnty Rd 60, then 4.5 mi N on Cnty Rd 335 to W shore. Directions
- Wabana Lake (SE): 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 6 trailer spaces. 14 mi N of Grand Rapids on Cnty Rd 49 to E shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Little Trout Lake 1.3 mi, Itasca County
- Bluewater Lake 1.4 mi, Itasca County
- Little Wabana Lake 2.3 mi, Itasca County
- Doan Lake 2.4 mi, Itasca County
- Moore Lake 2.5 mi, Itasca County
- Murphy Lake 2.6 mi, Itasca County
- Trout Lake 2.9 mi, Itasca County
- Bosley Lake 2.9 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Wabana Lake
How deep is Wabana Lake?
Wabana Lake reaches a maximum depth of 115 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 35% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Wabana Lake?
Wabana Lake covers about 2,221 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Wabana Lake?
Summer water clarity on Wabana Lake averages 18.5 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Wabana Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Wabana 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 Wabana Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Wabana Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2019.
Where is the public boat access on Wabana Lake?
Wabana Lake has 2 public water access sites on DNR record: Wabana Lake (NW); Wabana Lake (SE).
How is the walleye population on Wabana Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1990 to 2019, walleye numbers on Wabana 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 Wabana Lake?
Homes on Wabana 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 Wabana Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Wabana Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 35% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 18.5 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Wabana Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Wabana Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Wabana 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 2019), 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.