Andrusia Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Cass Lake. DNR lake ID 04003800.
Andrusia Lake is a 1,590-acre lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Cass Lake. Its deepest point reaches 60 ft, and about 27% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 13.8 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for zebra mussel. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 04003800 |
|---|---|
| County | Beltrami County, near Cass Lake |
| Surface area | 1,590 acres |
| Maximum depth | 60 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 27% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 13.8 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 24.3 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 5.0 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Clearer (2016 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 13.8 ft, phosphorus 24.3 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 5.0 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Andrusia Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: clearer.
Fishing on Andrusia Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2019 (7 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | gill | 5.42 | 3.3 to 8.8 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.64 | 0.2 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 9.25 | 2.8 to 9.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.73 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 78.83 | 7.0 to 46.3 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 4.18 | 0.6 to 3.5 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.17 | 0.4 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.18 | 0.4 to 2.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.33 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 1.91 | 4.4 to 49.0 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.08 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.09 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Muskellunge | gill | 0.25 | 0.1 to 0.2 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 1.17 | 0.8 to 6.2 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | trap | 0.09 | 0.1 to 0.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.58 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.73 | 1.8 to 7.8 |
| Rock bass | gill | 6.08 | 0.6 to 3.9 |
| Rock bass | trap | 2.27 | 0.5 to 2.5 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.08 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.73 | n/a |
| Burbot | gill | 0.08 | 0.1 to 0.3 |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Walleye 23.0 in (2019), Largemouth bass 10.0 in (2019), Northern pike 35.0 in (2019), Muskellunge 42.0 in (2019).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Tullibee (cisco), Burbot, Bowfin, Shorthead redhorse, Greater redhorse, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 5. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: zebra mussel (listed 2014).
Public boat access
- Andrusia Lake (N): 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 5 trailer spaces. 10 miles east of Bemidji, off CSAH12, on the Missipppi River. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Stocking Lake 1.0 mi, Beltrami County
- Mission Lake 1.4 mi, Beltrami County
- Swenson Lake 1.6 mi, Beltrami County
- Silver Lake 1.8 mi, Beltrami County
- Lost Lake 3.1 mi, Beltrami County
- Wolf Lake 3.1 mi, Beltrami County
- Ten Lake 3.1 mi, Beltrami County
- Big Lake 3.8 mi, Beltrami County
Questions about Andrusia Lake
How deep is Andrusia Lake?
Andrusia Lake reaches a maximum depth of 60 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 27% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Andrusia Lake?
Andrusia Lake covers about 1,590 acres in Beltrami County, Minnesota.
How clear is Andrusia Lake?
Summer water clarity on Andrusia Lake averages 13.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Andrusia Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Andrusia Lake for zebra mussel.
What fish are in Andrusia Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Andrusia Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2019.
Where is the public boat access on Andrusia Lake?
Andrusia Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Andrusia Lake (N).
How is the walleye population on Andrusia Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1999 to 2019, walleye numbers on Andrusia Lake ran mostly above the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
Are there lake homes for sale on Andrusia Lake?
Homes on Andrusia Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Andrusia Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Andrusia Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 27% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 13.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Andrusia Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5.
Ask us about Andrusia Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Beltrami County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2019), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.