Little Sand Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Remer. DNR lake ID 11009200.
Little Sand Lake is a 408.9-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Remer. Its deepest point reaches 12 ft, and about 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 8.0 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11009200 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Remer |
| Surface area | 408.9 acres |
| Maximum depth | 12 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 100% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 8.0 ft through 2024 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 24.4 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 7.9 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| 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 2024: clarity 8.0 ft, phosphorus 24.4 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 7.9 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Little Sand Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Little Sand 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 | 9.33 | 4.6 to 11.6 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.0 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.89 | 8.0 to 40.3 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.67 | 0.8 to 4.5 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.56 | 1.0 to 7.3 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.33 | 0.8 to 6.5 |
| Bluegill | gill | 20.11 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 147.44 | 2.5 to 25.0 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.33 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.22 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 5.0 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 5.78 | 1.4 to 8.6 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.67 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 8.11 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 29.0 in (2022), Walleye 25.0 in (2013), Largemouth bass 20.0 in (2022).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Bowfin, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead.
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
- Little Sand Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 5 trailer spaces. 3.5 mi NW of Remer on SW shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Big Sand Lake 1.9 mi, Cass County
- Grave Lake 2.3 mi, Cass County
- Wilson Lake 2.3 mi, Cass County
- Knight Lake 2.8 mi, Cass County
- Sullivan Lake 3.1 mi, Cass County
- Folston Lake 3.4 mi, Cass County
- Little Swift Lake 3.6 mi, Cass County
- Cedar Lake 3.7 mi, Cass County
Questions about Little Sand Lake
How deep is Little Sand Lake?
Little Sand Lake reaches a maximum depth of 12 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Little Sand Lake?
Little Sand Lake covers about 408.9 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Little Sand Lake?
Summer water clarity on Little Sand Lake averages 8.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2024. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Little Sand Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Little Sand 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 Sand Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, bowfin in Little Sand Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2022.
Where is the public boat access on Little Sand Lake?
Little Sand Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Little Sand Lake.
How is the walleye population on Little Sand Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1996 to 2013, walleye numbers on Little Sand Lake ran mostly below the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
Are there lake homes for sale on Little Sand Lake?
Homes on Little Sand 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 Sand Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Little Sand Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 100% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 8.0 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 Sand Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Little Sand Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Little Sand 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.