Cedar Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Whipholt. DNR lake ID 11028900.
Cedar Lake is a 135.2-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Whipholt. Its deepest point reaches 42 ft, and about 53% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 14.9 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 | 11028900 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Whipholt |
| Surface area | 135.2 acres |
| Maximum depth | 42 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 53% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 14.9 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 14.9 ft.
Fishing on Cedar Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1999 (27 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 | 5.5 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.89 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.83 | 1.5 to 23.0 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.22 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.0 | 0.5 to 2.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 2.22 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.83 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 6.22 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.17 | 0.3 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.89 | 0.3 to 1.6 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.33 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.78 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.17 | 0.5 to 2.0 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.22 | 0.5 to 2.8 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 30.0 in (1999), Largemouth bass 14.0 in (1999).
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
- Wawa Lake 1.1 mi, Cass County
- Horseshoe Lake 1.2 mi, Cass County
- Silver Lake 2.4 mi, Cass County
- Three Island Lake 2.4 mi, Cass County
- Hazel Lake 2.8 mi, Cass County
- Pine Lake 2.9 mi, Cass County
- Rat Lake 2.9 mi, Cass County
- Moccasin Lake 3.3 mi, Cass County
Questions about Cedar Lake
How deep is Cedar Lake?
Cedar Lake reaches a maximum depth of 42 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 53% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Cedar Lake?
Cedar Lake covers about 135.2 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Cedar Lake?
Summer water clarity on Cedar Lake averages 14.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Cedar Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Cedar 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 Cedar Lake?
Homes on Cedar 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 Cedar Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Cedar Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 53% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 14.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Cedar Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Cedar Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Cedar 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 1999), 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.