Moccasin Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Hackensack. DNR lake ID 11029600.
Moccasin Lake is a 272.4-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Hackensack. Its deepest point reaches 95 ft, and about 40% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 15.1 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. 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.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11029600 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Hackensack |
| Surface area | 272.4 acres |
| Maximum depth | 95 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 40% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 15.1 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 15.1 ft.
Fishing on Moccasin Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2005 (21 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 | 11.0 | 3.5 to 8.9 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.78 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 2.0 | 1.0 to 10.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.33 | 1.0 to 3.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 4.22 | 0.8 to 4.0 |
| Bluegill | gill | 14.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 22.0 | 9.5 to 57.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 3.83 | 0.4 to 1.6 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.78 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.56 | 1.5 to 6.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.22 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 34.0 in (2015), Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2015).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, White sucker, Yellow 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
- Moccasin Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 6 trailer spaces. 6 miles east of Longville, on County Highway 5, on southeast shore of Moccasin Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- South Stocking Lake 1.6 mi, Cass County
- Man Lake 1.7 mi, Cass County
- Barnum Lake 2.0 mi, Cass County
- Baby Lake 2.0 mi, Cass County
- Teepee Lake 2.2 mi, Cass County
- Pine Lake 2.4 mi, Cass County
- McKeown Lake 2.7 mi, Cass County
- Kid Lake 2.9 mi, Cass County
Questions about Moccasin Lake
How deep is Moccasin Lake?
Moccasin Lake reaches a maximum depth of 95 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 40% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Moccasin Lake?
Moccasin Lake covers about 272.4 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Moccasin Lake?
Summer water clarity on Moccasin Lake averages 15.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Moccasin Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Moccasin 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 Moccasin Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, white sucker, yellow bullhead in Moccasin Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2005.
Where is the public boat access on Moccasin Lake?
Moccasin Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Moccasin Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Moccasin Lake?
Homes on Moccasin 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 Moccasin Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Moccasin Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 40% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 15.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Moccasin Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Moccasin Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Moccasin 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 2005), 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.