Deep Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Baker (Cass). DNR lake ID 11040400.
Deep Lake is a 24.1-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Baker (Cass). Its deepest point reaches 62 ft, and about 44% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 11.9 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 | 11040400 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Baker (Cass) |
| Surface area | 24.1 acres |
| Maximum depth | 62 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 44% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.9 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 11.9 ft.
Fishing on Deep Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1992 (34 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 | 2.5 | 2.7 to 9.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.25 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 8.0 | 1.9 to 19.1 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 2.38 | 0.7 to 3.6 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 4.5 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 10.75 | 1.5 to 7.4 |
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
- Turtle Lake 1.6 mi, Cass County
- Jack Lake 1.6 mi, Cass County
- Rice Lake 2.3 mi, Cass County
- Hanson Lake 2.9 mi, Cass County
- Big Hanson Lake 3.3 mi, Cass County
- Hovde Lake 4.6 mi, Cass County
- Gould Lake 4.6 mi, Cass County
- Rat Lake 4.8 mi, Cass County
Questions about Deep Lake
How deep is Deep Lake?
Deep Lake reaches a maximum depth of 62 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 44% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Deep Lake?
Deep Lake covers about 24.1 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Deep Lake?
Summer water clarity on Deep Lake averages 11.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Deep Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Deep 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 Deep Lake?
Homes on Deep 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 Deep Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Deep Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 44% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 11.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Deep Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Deep Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Deep 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 1992), 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.