Boss Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Hackensack. DNR lake ID 11038200.
Boss Lake is a 100-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Hackensack. Its deepest point reaches 28 ft. Summer water clarity averages 14.0 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11038200 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Hackensack |
| Surface area | 100 acres |
| Maximum depth | 28 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 14.0 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 14.0 ft.
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
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Long Lake 1.1 mi, Cass County
- Fish Lake 1.2 mi, Cass County
- Pleasant Lake 1.3 mi, Cass County
- Poquet Lake 1.8 mi, Cass County
- Larson Lake 2.0 mi, Cass County
- Stony Lake 2.5 mi, Cass County
- Surprise Lake 2.5 mi, Cass County
- Pickerel Lake 3.1 mi, Cass County
Questions about Boss Lake
How deep is Boss Lake?
Boss Lake reaches a maximum depth of 28 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Boss Lake?
Boss Lake covers about 100 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Boss Lake?
Summer water clarity on Boss Lake averages 14.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Boss Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Boss 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.
Are there lake homes for sale on Boss Lake?
Homes on Boss 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 Boss Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Boss Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 14.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Boss Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Boss Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Boss 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 not on record), 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.