Little Bass Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Akeley. DNR lake ID 11047700.
Little Bass Lake is a 114.4-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Akeley. Its deepest point reaches 16 ft, and about 84% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 9.7 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 | 11047700 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Akeley |
| Surface area | 114.4 acres |
| Maximum depth | 16 ft |
| Mean depth | 8.4 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 84% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 9.7 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 9.7 ft.
Fishing on Little Bass Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2014 (12 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 | 9.0 | 4.5 to 11.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 13.0 | 2.5 to 24.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 4.5 | 1.0 to 11.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 3.67 | 1.2 to 4.8 |
| Bluegill | gill | 3.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 18.11 | 4.9 to 49.8 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.5 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.56 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 37.0 in (2014), Largemouth bass 19.0 in (2014).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch.
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
- Howard Lake 1.2 mi, Cass County
- Bass Lake 1.7 mi, Cass County
- Muskrat Lake 1.7 mi, Cass County
- Million Lake 2.0 mi, Cass County
- Steel Lake 2.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Williams Lake 2.7 mi, Hubbard County
- Gadbolt Lake 2.9 mi, Cass County
- Island Lake 2.9 mi, Hubbard County
Questions about Little Bass Lake
How deep is Little Bass Lake?
Little Bass Lake reaches a maximum depth of 16 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 84% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Little Bass Lake?
Little Bass Lake covers about 114.4 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Little Bass Lake?
Summer water clarity on Little Bass Lake averages 9.7 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 in Little Bass Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2014.
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 84% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 9.7 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 2014), 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.