Discover lakefront homes and cabins for sale on Jessie Lake in Itasca County, MN, with Edge of the Wilderness Realty. Enjoy fishing, boating, and serene Northern Minnesota living near Talmoon.

Discover Jessie Lake

Jessie Lake, located in Itasca County near Talmoon, spans 1,740.06 acres, offering a tranquil setting for lakefront living. With a littoral area of 455 acres, a shore length of 9.71 miles, and a maximum depth of 42 feet, this lake is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a peaceful retreat. Jessie Lake is not a border water or a sentinel lake, ensuring a serene escape in Northern Minnesota.

Fishing and Recreation

Jessie Lake is renowned for its fishing opportunities, as detailed by the Minnesota DNR LakeFinder (31078600). Fish species include:

• Black bullhead
• Black crappie
• Bluegill
• Brown bullhead
• Burbot
• Hybrid sunfish
• Largemouth bass
• Northern pike
• Pumpkinseed
• Rock bass
• Smallmouth bass
• Sunfish
• Tullibee (cisco)
• Walleye
• Yellow bullhead
• Yellow perch
• Bowfin (dogfish)
• Golden redhorse
• Shorthead redhorse
• Silver redhorse
• White sucker
• Banded killifish
• Blackchin shiner
• Blacknose shiner
• Bluntnose minnow
• Central mudminnow
• Common shiner
• Creek chub
• Emerald shiner
• Fathead minnow
• Finescale dace
• Golden shiner
• Iowa darter
• Johnny darter
• Mimic shiner
• Mottled sculpin
• Northern redbelly dace
• Spottail shiner
• Tadpole madtom

The lake's size and public access points support boating, kayaking, and canoeing, while winter offers ice fishing and snowmobiling.

Surrounding Area and Homes

Nestled near the George Washington State Forest, Jessie Lake provides hiking, camping, and birdwatching opportunities. The nearby town of Talmoon offers local amenities, and the Edge of the Wilderness Scenic Byway, a short drive away, showcases stunning Minnesota landscapes. Lakefront homes on Jessie Lake range from cozy cabins to modern residences, featuring private docks, screened porches, and spacious lakefront lots, perfect for families, anglers, or vacation home buyers seeking a quiet escape.

Discover your dream waterfront property by browsing our Jessie Lake listings below, where excellent fishing and serene living await.