Walters Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Bigfork. DNR lake ID 31029800.
Walters Lake is a 127.3-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Bigfork. Its deepest point reaches 19 ft, and about 80% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 6.9 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the eutrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31029800 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Bigfork |
| Surface area | 127.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 19 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 80% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 6.9 ft through 2017 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 23.0 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 10.9 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Eutrophic |
| 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 2017: clarity 6.9 ft, phosphorus 23.0 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 10.9 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Walters Lake rates as eutrophic.
Fishing on Walters 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 16.33 | 4.5 to 11.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.25 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 55.33 | 2.5 to 24.8 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 2.75 | 0.5 to 5.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.33 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 0.25 | 4.9 to 49.8 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.33 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.5 | 1.7 to 10.3 |
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
- Rainbow Lake 0.4 mi, Itasca County
- Kelly Lake 0.8 mi, Itasca County
- Otter Lake 0.9 mi, Itasca County
- Owen Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Long Lake 1.3 mi, Itasca County
- May Lake 1.4 mi, Itasca County
- Bartlet Lake 1.9 mi, Itasca County
- Napoleon Lake 1.9 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Walters Lake
How deep is Walters Lake?
Walters Lake reaches a maximum depth of 19 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 80% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Walters Lake?
Walters Lake covers about 127.3 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Walters Lake?
Summer water clarity on Walters Lake averages 6.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2017. Its trophic state is eutrophic.
Does Walters Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Walters 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 Walters Lake?
Homes on Walters 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 Walters Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Walters Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 80% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 6.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Walters Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Walters Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Walters 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.