Big Sand Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Remer. DNR lake ID 11007700.
Big Sand Lake is a 729.9-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Remer. Its deepest point reaches 23 ft, and about 87% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 9.3 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11007700 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Remer |
| Surface area | 729.9 acres |
| Maximum depth | 23 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 87% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 9.3 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 9.3 ft.
Fishing on Big Sand Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2021 (5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | trap | 0.42 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.08 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.08 | 0.7 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | trap | 15.67 | 4.0 to 28.1 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.58 | 0.2 to 0.6 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.25 | 1.5 to 6.8 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.17 | 0.3 to 1.0 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 2.08 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 17.0 in (2021), Walleye 26.0 in (2020), Northern pike 22.0 in (2021).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Bowfin, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
- Big Sand Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 10 trailer spaces. 2 miles northwest of Remer on northeast shore of Big Sand Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Little Sand Lake 1.9 mi, Cass County
- Wilson Lake 3.1 mi, Cass County
- Little Swift Lake 3.4 mi, Cass County
- Folston Lake 3.9 mi, Cass County
- Knight Lake 4.0 mi, Cass County
- Grave Lake 4.0 mi, Cass County
- Wax Lake 4.4 mi, Cass County
- Twin Lake 4.6 mi, Cass County
Questions about Big Sand Lake
How deep is Big Sand Lake?
Big Sand Lake reaches a maximum depth of 23 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 87% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Big Sand Lake?
Big Sand Lake covers about 729.9 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Big Sand Lake?
Summer water clarity on Big Sand Lake averages 9.3 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Big Sand Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Big Sand Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
What fish are in Big Sand Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, bowfin in Big Sand Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2021.
Where is the public boat access on Big Sand Lake?
Big Sand Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Big Sand Lake.
How is the walleye population on Big Sand Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1990 to 2020, walleye numbers on Big Sand Lake ran mostly within 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 Big Sand Lake?
Homes on Big Sand 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 Big Sand Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Big Sand Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 87% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 9.3 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Big Sand Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Big Sand Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Big Sand Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Cass County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2021), 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.