Clearwater Lake - Bemidji

Beltrami County, Minnesota

Clearwater Lake is in Leonard and Shevlin, Minnesota, under 40 miles from Bemidji.

The Bemidji Regional Airport is under 35 miles away, and the Hector International Airport is under 150 miles away. For medical care, the Sanford Bagley Medical Center is under 30 miles away.

Residents can shop in Bemidji, which is home to several stores including Target and The Home Depot. Be sure to grab a bite to eat at Mi Rancho or Bemidji Brewing.

Life on the Water

Clearwater Lake spans almost 1,000 acres, offering plenty of room for residents to enjoy recreation and relaxation.

This is a popular spot for boating, kayaking, canoeing, watersports, swimming, fishing, and taking in the beautiful sights. There is a public access point on the northwestern side of the water.

Anglers can expect to catch black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, brown bullhead, bullheads, burbot, hybrid sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, rock bass, cisco, walleye, yellow bullhead, yellow perch, chestnut lamprey, golden redhorse, redhorse, river redhorse, shorthead redhorse, silver redhorse, white sucker, banded killifish, blackchin shiner, blacknose shiner, blackside darter, bluntnose minnow, central mudminnow, common shiner, golden shiner, hornyhead chub, Iowa darter, Johnny darter, logperch, spottail shiner, and tadpole madtom.

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.

A Place to Call Home

Whether you are looking for a family home, a full-time retirement home, or a vacation home, Clearwater Lake is an excellent option!