Little Bass Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Inguadona. DNR lake ID 11006300.
Little Bass Lake is a 138.9-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Inguadona. Its deepest point reaches 30 ft, and about 48% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 12.8 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11006300 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Inguadona |
| Surface area | 138.9 acres |
| Maximum depth | 30 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 48% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.8 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 12.8 ft.
Fishing on Little Bass Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2022 (4 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 | 9.83 | 4.8 to 12.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.11 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 3.67 | 1.0 to 4.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.67 | 0.8 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 17.17 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 10.67 | 8.3 to 50.1 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 2.0 | 0.3 to 1.8 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.67 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.33 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.89 | 2.8 to 10.3 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.44 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 7.0 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.67 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 32.0 in (2022), Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2022).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Bowfin.
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
- Laura Lake 1.5 mi, Cass County
- Upper Trelipe Lake 1.6 mi, Cass County
- Thunder Lake 1.9 mi, Cass County
- Island Lake 2.6 mi, Cass County
- Mitten Lake 3.2 mi, Cass County
- Little Thunder Lake 3.2 mi, Cass County
- Kidney Lake 3.5 mi, Cass County
- Lower Trelipe Lake 3.5 mi, Cass County
Questions about Little Bass Lake
How deep is Little Bass Lake?
Little Bass Lake reaches a maximum depth of 30 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 48% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Little Bass Lake?
Little Bass Lake covers about 138.9 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Little Bass Lake?
Summer water clarity on Little Bass Lake averages 12.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Little Bass Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Little Bass 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.
What fish are in Little Bass Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, bowfin in Little Bass Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2022.
Are there lake homes for sale on Little Bass Lake?
Homes on Little Bass 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 Little Bass Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Little Bass Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 48% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 12.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Little Bass Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Little Bass Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Little Bass 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 2022), 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.