Island Lake - Ardenhurst Twp

Itasca County, Minnesota

Island Lake is in Ardenhurst Township, Minnesota, under 65 miles from Bemidji.

The Bemidji Regional Airport is under 65 miles away, and the Bigfork Valley Hospital is under 55 miles away. For international travel, the Duluth International Airport is under 175 miles away.

On the Water Fun

Island Lake spans over 3,000 acres with a maximum depth of 35 feet, the perfect size for recreation and relaxation.

Popular activities include boating, kayaking, canoeing, watersports, swimming, fishing, and taking in the beautiful views. Many homes have docks, and a public boat launch is on the northwestern side of the water.

Anglers looking to toss out a line can find black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, brown bullhead, burbot, hybrid sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, rock bass, smallmouth bass, cisco, walleye, yellow bullhead, yellow perch, white sucker, banded killifish, blacknose shiner, common shiner, tadpole madtom, and trout-perch.

Visit Bemidji

Bemidji is a great city to visit for culture, arts, entertainment, history, outdoor recreation, shopping, and delicious dining. There is something for everyone here!

The Headwaters Science Center lets visitors explore science through 70 self-guided, hands-on activities and interactive exhibits.

Paul Bunyan Animal Land is a wildlife park/petting zoo home to nearly 100 animals representing every continent on earth.

When it comes to off-the-water fun in nature, the city has it all covered. Visitors can enjoy nature watching, birding, parks, golf, skateboarding, hunting, trails, biking, disc golf, and more.

After a long day exploring, enjoy a meal at one of the highly-rated restaurants in the city. Top options include 209 Bar, Minnesota Nice Cafe, Tutto Bene, Green Mill Restaurant & Bar, and Brigid's Pub.

Premier Lake Living

Those searching for a lake home in a quaint and quiet area with close urban convenience will love to call Island Lake home!