Hunter Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Wabedo. DNR lake ID 11017000.
Hunter Lake is a 181.8-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Wabedo. Its deepest point reaches 48 ft, and about 29% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 30.4 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11017000 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Wabedo |
| Surface area | 181.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 48 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 29% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 30.4 ft through 2023 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 10.1 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 2.2 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2023) |
| 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 2023: clarity 30.4 ft, phosphorus 10.1 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 2.2 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Hunter Lake rates as oligotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2023: steady.
Fishing on Hunter Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1987 (39 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 | gill | 1.67 | 1.0 to 5.0 |
| Northern pike | gill | 1.0 | 2.2 to 8.7 |
| Yellow perch | gill | 2.0 | 1.5 to 13.8 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.5 | 0.4 to 2.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.83 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.12 | 0.5 to 2.2 |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.17 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 6.12 | 7.7 to 43.4 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.33 | 0.5 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.88 | 0.4 to 1.5 |
| Smallmouth bass | gill | 8.67 | 0.2 to 1.6 |
| Smallmouth bass | trap | 0.62 | 0.2 to 0.8 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.83 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.12 | 1.4 to 5.9 |
| Rock bass | gill | 19.33 | 0.7 to 4.4 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.5 | 0.8 to 3.7 |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
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
- Wabedo Lake 1.2 mi, Cass County
- Mule Lake 1.9 mi, Cass County
- Little Boy Lake 2.1 mi, Cass County
- Shurd Lake 2.4 mi, Cass County
- Cooper Lake 3.1 mi, Cass County
- Woman Lake 3.7 mi, Cass County
- Blackwater Lake 3.8 mi, Cass County
- Rice Lake 4.0 mi, Cass County
Questions about Hunter Lake
How deep is Hunter Lake?
Hunter Lake reaches a maximum depth of 48 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 29% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Hunter Lake?
Hunter Lake covers about 181.8 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Hunter Lake?
Summer water clarity on Hunter Lake averages 30.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2023. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Hunter Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Hunter 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 Hunter Lake?
Homes on Hunter 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 Hunter Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Hunter Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 29% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 30.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Hunter Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Hunter Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Hunter 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 1987), 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.