Lower Sucker Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Cass Lake. DNR lake ID 11031300.
Lower Sucker Lake is a 591.8-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Cass Lake. Its deepest point reaches 35 ft, and about 51% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 8.8 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 | 11031300 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Cass Lake |
| Surface area | 591.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 35 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 51% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 8.8 ft through 2024 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 21.2 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 8.6 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 8.8 ft, phosphorus 21.2 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 8.6 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Lower Sucker Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Lower Sucker Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2021 (5 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 | 8.0 | 3.3 to 8.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 5.83 | 2.8 to 9.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.22 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 71.67 | 7.0 to 46.3 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 1.44 | 0.6 to 3.5 |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.33 | 0.4 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.22 | 0.4 to 2.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.83 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 1.11 | 4.4 to 49.0 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.17 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.22 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.67 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.56 | 1.8 to 7.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.17 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.11 | n/a |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2021), Northern pike 27.0 in (2021), Walleye 26.0 in (2021).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Tullibee (cisco), Bowfin, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 5. Crappie daily limit 5. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
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
- Lower Sucker Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 3 trailer spaces. From Cass Lake head east on Hwy 2 for 9.4 miles, turn right on Ketchum Rd NW for 3.6 miles, turn right at the access entrance Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Middle Sucker Lake 1.3 mi, Cass County
- Upper Sucker Lake 2.2 mi, Cass County
- Grass Lake 3.3 mi, Cass County
- Lydick Lake 4.6 mi, Cass County
- Little Portage Lake 5.1 mi, Cass County
- Portage Lake 5.5 mi, Cass County
- Twin Lake 6.3 mi, Cass County
- Thirteen Lake 6.3 mi, Cass County
Questions about Lower Sucker Lake
How deep is Lower Sucker Lake?
Lower Sucker Lake reaches a maximum depth of 35 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 51% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Lower Sucker Lake?
Lower Sucker Lake covers about 591.8 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Lower Sucker Lake?
Summer water clarity on Lower Sucker Lake averages 8.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2024. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Lower Sucker Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Lower Sucker 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 Lower Sucker Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, tullibee (cisco), bowfin in Lower Sucker Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2021.
Where is the public boat access on Lower Sucker Lake?
Lower Sucker Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Lower Sucker Lake.
How is the walleye population on Lower Sucker Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1999 to 2021, walleye numbers on Lower Sucker Lake ran mostly within 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 Lower Sucker Lake?
Homes on Lower Sucker 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 Lower Sucker Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Lower Sucker Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 51% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 8.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Lower Sucker Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5. Crappie daily limit 5.
Ask us about Lower Sucker 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 2021), 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.