West Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Stevenson. DNR lake ID 31004000.
West Lake is a 76.2-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Stevenson. Its deepest point reaches 25 ft, and about 71% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 6.5 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 | 31004000 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Stevenson |
| Surface area | 76.2 acres |
| Maximum depth | 25 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 71% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 6.5 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 6.5 ft.
Fishing on West Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1979 (47 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 | 2.5 | 2.5 to 7.8 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 5.0 | 1.5 to 20.5 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.25 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 8.5 | 1.0 to 9.1 |
| Black crappie | trap | 8.25 | 1.1 to 10.6 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.5 | 0.5 to 2.1 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 3.0 | 0.5 to 1.4 |
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
- Long Lake 2.3 mi, Itasca County
- Horsehead Lake 3.0 mi, Itasca County
- Twenty Four Lake 3.0 mi, Itasca County
- Libby Lake 3.2 mi, Itasca County
- Shafer Lake 4.2 mi, Itasca County
- Stingy Lake 4.3 mi, Itasca County
- Buck Lake 4.4 mi, Itasca County
- Bower Lake 4.4 mi, Itasca County
Questions about West Lake
How deep is West Lake?
West Lake reaches a maximum depth of 25 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 71% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is West Lake?
West Lake covers about 76.2 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is West Lake?
Summer water clarity on West Lake averages 6.5 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does West Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
West 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 West Lake?
Homes on West 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 West Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on West Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 71% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 6.5 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on West Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for West Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about West 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 1979), 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.