Gadbolt Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Walker. DNR lake ID 11047500.
Gadbolt Lake is a 67.7-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Walker. Its deepest point reaches 15 ft, and about 100% 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 | 11047500 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Walker |
| Surface area | 67.7 acres |
| Maximum depth | 15 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 100% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.4 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 11.4 ft.
Fishing on Gadbolt 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 | 10.33 | 1.5 to 7.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.44 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 26.33 | 3.0 to 26.5 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 2.56 | 0.5 to 3.4 |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.67 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 44.22 | 1.9 to 29.5 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 4.0 | 0.5 to 1.0 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.56 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 18.0 in (1999), Northern pike 30.0 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
- Gadbolt Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 2 trailer spaces. SW from Walker 3 miles on Hwy 34, south on Cty Rd 50 3 miles, site off east side of road. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Bass Lake 1.2 mi, Cass County
- Million Lake 1.5 mi, Cass County
- Portage Lake 1.9 mi, Cass County
- Muskrat Lake 2.1 mi, Cass County
- Anway Lake 2.3 mi, Cass County
- Little Bass Lake 2.9 mi, Cass County
- Howard Lake 3.1 mi, Cass County
- Ten Mile Lake 3.2 mi, Cass County
Questions about Gadbolt Lake
How deep is Gadbolt Lake?
Gadbolt Lake reaches a maximum depth of 15 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Gadbolt Lake?
Gadbolt Lake covers about 67.7 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Gadbolt Lake?
Summer water clarity on Gadbolt Lake averages 11.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Gadbolt Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Gadbolt 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 Gadbolt Lake?
Gadbolt Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Gadbolt Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Gadbolt Lake?
Homes on Gadbolt 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 Gadbolt Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Gadbolt Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 100% 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 Gadbolt Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Gadbolt Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Gadbolt 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.