Boxell Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Longville. DNR lake ID 11018300.
Boxell Lake is a 65.8-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Longville. Its deepest point reaches 27 ft, and about 74% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 15.1 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. 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 | 11018300 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Longville |
| Surface area | 65.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 27 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 74% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 15.1 ft through 2024 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 14.3 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.5 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| 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 2024: clarity 15.1 ft, phosphorus 14.3 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.5 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Boxell Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Boxell Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2014 (12 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 | gill | 13.25 | 4.5 to 11.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.67 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 10.5 | 2.5 to 24.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.0 | 1.0 to 11.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 4.22 | 1.2 to 4.8 |
| Bluegill | gill | 3.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 24.67 | 4.9 to 49.8 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.5 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.11 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.25 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.56 | 1.7 to 10.3 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 35.0 in (2014), Largemouth bass 17.0 in (2014), Walleye 27.0 in (2007).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, White sucker.
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
- Girl Lake 1.4 mi, Cass County
- Maple Lake 1.7 mi, Cass County
- Kego Lake 1.9 mi, Cass County
- Carnahan Lake 2.0 mi, Cass County
- Broadwater Bay 2.4 mi, Cass County
- Long Lake 2.4 mi, Cass County
- Hazel Lake 2.9 mi, Cass County
- Cooper Lake 3.0 mi, Cass County
Questions about Boxell Lake
How deep is Boxell Lake?
Boxell Lake reaches a maximum depth of 27 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 74% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Boxell Lake?
Boxell Lake covers about 65.8 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Boxell Lake?
Summer water clarity on Boxell Lake averages 15.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2024. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Boxell Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Boxell 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 Boxell Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, white sucker in Boxell Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2014.
How is the walleye population on Boxell Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1991 to 2007, walleye numbers on Boxell 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 Boxell Lake?
Homes on Boxell 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 Boxell Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Boxell Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 74% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 15.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Boxell Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Boxell Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Boxell 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 2014), 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.