Donut Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Outing. DNR lake ID 11099800.
Donut Lake is a 38-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Outing. Its deepest point reaches 18 ft, and about 82% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 11.4 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 | 11099800 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Outing |
| Surface area | 38 acres |
| Maximum depth | 18 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 82% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.4 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 11.4 ft.
Fishing on Donut Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1984 (42 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | trap | 0.25 | 0.3 to 1.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.25 | n/a |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.0 | 1.2 to 4.8 |
| Bluegill | trap | 33.0 | 4.9 to 49.8 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.5 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 8.25 | 1.7 to 10.3 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 1.75 | n/a |
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
- Marion Lake 0.5 mi, Cass County
- Margaret Lake 0.5 mi, Cass County
- Mule Lake 0.6 mi, Cass County
- Snake Lake 0.8 mi, Cass County
- Washburn Lake 1.1 mi, Cass County
- Andrus Lake 1.3 mi, Cass County
- Little Andrus Lake 1.8 mi, Cass County
- Pavelgrit Lake 2.0 mi, Cass County
Questions about Donut Lake
How deep is Donut Lake?
Donut Lake reaches a maximum depth of 18 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 82% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Donut Lake?
Donut Lake covers about 38 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Donut Lake?
Summer water clarity on Donut Lake averages 11.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Donut Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Donut 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 Donut Lake?
Homes on Donut 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 Donut Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Donut Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 82% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 11.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Donut Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Donut Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Donut 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 1984), 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.