McKeown Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Longville. DNR lake ID 11026100.
McKeown Lake is a 168-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Longville. Its deepest point reaches 37 ft, and about 76% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 16.4 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11026100 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Longville |
| Surface area | 168 acres |
| Maximum depth | 37 ft |
| Mean depth | 5.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 76% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 16.4 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 11.4 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 2.9 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| 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 16.4 ft, phosphorus 11.4 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 2.9 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, McKeown Lake rates as oligotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on McKeown Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1992 (34 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 | 0.5 | 1.0 to 3.2 |
| Northern pike | gill | 9.0 | 3.6 to 11.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.67 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 4.0 | 3.8 to 22.8 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.11 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.75 | 1.0 to 10.5 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.56 | 0.7 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 3.25 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 26.33 | 4.0 to 28.1 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.25 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.11 | 0.2 to 0.6 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 3.5 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 3.0 | 1.5 to 6.8 |
| Rock bass | gill | 1.5 | 0.2 to 1.4 |
| Rock bass | trap | 1.89 | 0.3 to 1.0 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.25 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.67 | n/a |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
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
- Man Lake 1.0 mi, Cass County
- Child Lake 1.2 mi, Cass County
- Little Woman Lake 1.2 mi, Cass County
- Barnum Lake 1.3 mi, Cass County
- Primer Lake 1.3 mi, Cass County
- Squeedunk Lake 1.6 mi, Cass County
- Baby Lake 1.6 mi, Cass County
- Woman Lake 2.0 mi, Cass County
Questions about McKeown Lake
How deep is McKeown Lake?
McKeown Lake reaches a maximum depth of 37 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 76% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is McKeown Lake?
McKeown Lake covers about 168 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is McKeown Lake?
Summer water clarity on McKeown Lake averages 16.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does McKeown Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
McKeown 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.
Are there lake homes for sale on McKeown Lake?
Homes on McKeown 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 McKeown Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on McKeown Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 76% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 16.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on McKeown Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for McKeown Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about McKeown 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 1992), 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.