Little Thunder Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Shovel Lake. DNR lake ID 11000900.
Little Thunder Lake is a 258.1-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Shovel Lake. Its deepest point reaches 72 ft, and about 31% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 12.1 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 northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, tullibee (cisco).
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11000900 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Shovel Lake |
| Surface area | 258.1 acres |
| Maximum depth | 72 ft |
| Mean depth | 29.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 31% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.1 ft through 2024 |
| 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 12.1 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Little Thunder Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Little Thunder 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 | 0.33 | 3.1 to 8.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.57 | n/a |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.71 | 0.7 to 3.2 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.17 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 3.71 | 5.6 to 42.3 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.14 | 0.3 to 1.1 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 1.33 | 0.7 to 6.5 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.14 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 4.0 in (2014), Northern pike 31.0 in (2014).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Tullibee (cisco), Bowfin, Silver redhorse, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Black 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 Thunder Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 10 trailer spaces. 6 mi S of Remer on Hwy 6, then 4.5 mi E on Co Rd 161, then 0.5 mile N on State Forest Rd. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Michaud Lake 1.8 mi, Cass County
- Windy Lake 3.4 mi, Cass County
- Little Thunder Lake 3.6 mi, Cass County
- Big Rice Lake 3.6 mi, Cass County
- Thiebault Lake 4.3 mi, Cass County
- Egg Lake 4.6 mi, Cass County
- Thunder Lake 5.2 mi, Cass County
- Kidney Lake 5.3 mi, Cass County
Questions about Little Thunder Lake
How deep is Little Thunder Lake?
Little Thunder Lake reaches a maximum depth of 72 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 31% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Little Thunder Lake?
Little Thunder Lake covers about 258.1 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Little Thunder Lake?
Summer water clarity on Little Thunder Lake averages 12.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2024. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Little Thunder Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Little Thunder 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 Thunder Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, tullibee (cisco), bowfin in Little Thunder Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2014.
Where is the public boat access on Little Thunder Lake?
Little Thunder Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Little Thunder Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Little Thunder Lake?
Homes on Little Thunder 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 Thunder Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Little Thunder Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 31% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 12.1 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 Thunder Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Little Thunder Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Little Thunder 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.