Northern pike lake, Bass lake, Crappie lake, Sunfish lake

Blind Lake

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Blind Lake is a 304-acre lake in Aitkin County, 17 feet at its deepest. The DNR last surveyed its fish in 2026. Recorded species include northern pike, largemouth bass and crappie.

Details

DNR lake ID: 01018800
County: Aitkin
Surface area: 304 acres
Maximum depth: 17 feet
Shallow water (littoral) area: 317 acres, 104% of the lake
Shoreline: 4.9 miles
Average water clarity: 6.3 feet (Secchi disk, 2 readings)
Nearest town (DNR): Pine Knoll
Latest DNR fish survey: March 2026, targeted survey
Surveys on record: 6, since 1990
Fish species recorded: black crappie, bluegill, hybrid sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, yellow perch, and 8 other species
Blind Lake Public Water Access Site: trailer launch, concrete slab ramp, 2 trailer spaces, run by DNR Division of Parks and Trails
Fish consumption: Follow the statewide guidelines; fish from this lake have been tested
Size: 100 to 499 acres
Deepest point: 15 to 29 feet
Public access: Yes

Sources

Minnesota DNR LakeFinder
Checked September 24, 2026
Minnesota DNR Public Water Access Sites
Checked September 24, 2026

Survey catches show what DNR nets and electrofishing found on the survey date, not how the fishing is today. Check the current regulations and the Department of Health advice before you keep fish, and confirm access conditions before you tow a boat.

Blind Lake

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