Loon Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Pequot Lakes. DNR lake ID 11022600.
Loon Lake is a 231.8-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Pequot Lakes. Its deepest point reaches 25 ft, and about 93% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 12.7 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.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11022600 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Pequot Lakes |
| Surface area | 231.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 25 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 93% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.7 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 16.2 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.7 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2020 to 2025) |
| 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 2025: clarity 12.7 ft, phosphorus 16.2 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.7 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Loon Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2020 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Loon Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2017 (9 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 | 1.0 | 1.5 to 5.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 12.67 | 4.6 to 11.6 |
| Northern pike | trap | 2.0 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.33 | 1.0 to 7.3 |
| Black crappie | trap | 5.89 | 0.8 to 6.5 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.33 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 69.67 | 2.5 to 25.0 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.67 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.78 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 3.0 | 1.4 to 8.6 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.22 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.11 | n/a |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Walleye 24.0 in (2017), Northern pike 32.0 in (2017), Largemouth bass 19.0 in (2017).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Yellow bullhead, Brown 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
- Loon Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 6 trailer spaces. 2 miles South of Pequot Lakes on MN Hwy. 371, then 2.5 miles West on Crow Wing Co. Rd. #168. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Mayo Lake 2.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Sibley Lake 2.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- West Twin Lake 3.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- East Twin Lake 3.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- Fawn Lake 3.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- Upper Gull Lake 3.7 mi, Cass County
- Edna Lake 3.8 mi, Crow Wing County
- Ray Lake 4.0 mi, Cass County
Questions about Loon Lake
How deep is Loon Lake?
Loon Lake reaches a maximum depth of 25 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 93% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Loon Lake?
Loon Lake covers about 231.8 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Loon Lake?
Summer water clarity on Loon Lake averages 12.7 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Loon Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Loon 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 Loon Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, green sunfish, yellow bullhead in Loon Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2017.
Where is the public boat access on Loon Lake?
Loon Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Loon Lake.
How is the walleye population on Loon Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1994 to 2017, walleye numbers on Loon 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 Loon Lake?
Homes on Loon 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 Loon Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Loon Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 93% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 12.7 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Loon Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Loon Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Loon 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 2017), 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.