Is Little Gunflint Lake Safe for Swimming?
Little Gunflint Lake in Cook County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Water clarity: 16.2 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 7 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A (Excellent) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 16.2 ft |
| Phosphorus | 7 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 200 ft |
| Location | Cook County, Minnesota |
How does Little Gunflint Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of A, Little Gunflint Lake matches or beats the Minnesota state average of Grade C. It ranks #25 of 128 lakes in Cook County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 16.2 feet. That counts as exceptional clarity — sunlight penetrates deep, supporting submerged plants and limiting algae.