Mitten Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Longville. DNR lake ID 11011400.
Mitten Lake is a 112.7-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Longville. Its deepest point reaches 28 ft, and about 86% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 6.6 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. 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 | 11011400 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Longville |
| Surface area | 112.7 acres |
| Maximum depth | 28 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 86% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 6.6 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 6.6 ft.
Fishing on Mitten Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2007 (19 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 | 0.33 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 4.33 | 4.5 to 11.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 10.67 | 1.0 to 11.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 3.78 | 1.2 to 4.8 |
| Bluegill | gill | 7.67 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 5.0 | 4.9 to 49.8 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.33 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.78 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.67 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.78 | 1.7 to 10.3 |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 20.0 in (2007), Walleye 28.0 in (2007), Northern pike 29.0 in (2007).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Bowfin, 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
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Twenty-Six Lake 0.8 mi, Cass County
- Stevens Lake 1.0 mi, Cass County
- Island Lake 1.0 mi, Cass County
- Little Bass Lake 3.2 mi, Cass County
- Upper Trelipe Lake 3.4 mi, Cass County
- George Lake 3.9 mi, Cass County
- Camp Two Lake 4.1 mi, Cass County
- Lower Trelipe Lake 4.2 mi, Cass County
Questions about Mitten Lake
How deep is Mitten Lake?
Mitten Lake reaches a maximum depth of 28 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 86% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Mitten Lake?
Mitten Lake covers about 112.7 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Mitten Lake?
Summer water clarity on Mitten Lake averages 6.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Mitten Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Mitten 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 Mitten Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, bowfin, yellow bullhead, brown bullhead in Mitten Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2007.
Are there lake homes for sale on Mitten Lake?
Homes on Mitten 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 Mitten Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Mitten Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 86% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 6.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Mitten Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Mitten Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Mitten 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 2007), 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.