Deer Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Oshawa (Cass). DNR lake ID 11044600.
Deer Lake is a 46-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Oshawa (Cass). Summer water clarity averages 12.0 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 | 11044600 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Oshawa (Cass) |
| Surface area | 46 acres |
| Maximum depth | Not surveyed |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.0 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 12.0 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
- Deer lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 4 trailer spaces. 12 miles miles west of Pine river on county Rd #2 then 3 miles north. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Cut Lake 0.3 mi, Cass County
- Spider Lake 4.7 mi, Cass County
- Fish Lake 5.7 mi, Cass County
- Perch Lake 5.8 mi, Cass County
- Green Lake 6.4 mi, Cass County
- Sleepy Island Lake 7.3 mi, Cass County
- Lee Lake 7.9 mi, Cass County
- Pine Mountain Lake 8.0 mi, Cass County
Questions about Deer Lake
How big is Deer Lake?
Deer Lake covers about 46 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Deer Lake?
Summer water clarity on Deer Lake averages 12.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Deer Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Deer 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.
Where is the public boat access on Deer Lake?
Deer Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Deer lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Deer Lake?
Homes on Deer 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 Deer Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Deer Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 12.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Deer Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Deer Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Deer 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.