Wagner Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Bergville. DNR lake ID 31091200.
Wagner Lake is a 72.6-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Bergville. Its deepest point reaches 60 ft, and about 33% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 7.2 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 | 31091200 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Bergville |
| Surface area | 72.6 acres |
| Maximum depth | 60 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 33% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 7.2 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 7.2 ft.
Fishing on Wagner Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1982 (44 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 | 0.33 | 0.3 to 2.0 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.75 | 0.3 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 16.0 | 2.0 to 8.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 3.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 53.67 | 1.5 to 18.5 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 6.0 | 0.3 to 0.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 4.0 | 1.0 to 6.1 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.33 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 3.25 | 1.1 to 4.7 |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
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
- Hendrickson Lake 1.9 mi, Itasca County
- Fiske Lake 2.0 mi, Itasca County
- Shallow Pond 2.7 mi, Itasca County
- Bergville Lake 3.3 mi, Itasca County
- Welch Lake 3.5 mi, Itasca County
- Hamrey Lake 3.5 mi, Itasca County
- Island Lake 4.0 mi, Itasca County
- Eel Lake 4.4 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Wagner Lake
How deep is Wagner Lake?
Wagner Lake reaches a maximum depth of 60 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 33% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Wagner Lake?
Wagner Lake covers about 72.6 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Wagner Lake?
Summer water clarity on Wagner Lake averages 7.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Wagner Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Wagner 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 Wagner Lake?
Homes on Wagner 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 Wagner Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Wagner Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 33% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 7.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Wagner Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Wagner Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Wagner 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 1982), 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.