Pike Bay
Cass County, Minnesota, near Cass Lake. DNR lake ID 11041500.
Pike Bay is a 4,751-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Cass Lake. Its deepest point reaches 95 ft, and about 47% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 11.4 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. The DNR lists it for zebra mussel. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11041500 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Cass Lake |
| Surface area | 4,751 acres |
| Maximum depth | 95 ft |
| Mean depth | 25.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 47% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.4 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 11.4 ft.
Fishing on Pike Bay
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2022 (4 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 | 5.2 | 4.0 to 9.6 |
| Northern pike | gill | 2.33 | 3.0 to 7.9 |
| Yellow perch | gill | 76.6 | 7.1 to 33.9 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.07 | 0.2 to 1.1 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.13 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.07 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Muskellunge | gill | 0.07 | 0.1 to 0.3 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 0.6 | 0.5 to 5.2 |
| Lake whitefish | gill | 0.53 | 0.1 to 0.9 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.73 | n/a |
| Rock bass | gill | 5.2 | 1.0 to 6.6 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.13 | n/a |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 30.0 in (2022), Largemouth bass 11.0 in (2022), Walleye 26.0 in (2022), Muskellunge 24.0 in (2022).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Tullibee (cisco), Lake whitefish, Burbot, Bowfin, Greater redhorse, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 5. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: zebra mussel (listed 2014).
Public boat access
- Pike Bay (S): 1 launch ramp, 5 trailer spaces. 3.5 mile south of city of Cass Lake, off MN Highway #371, on Pike Bay Loop Road, on south shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Moss Lake 2.5 mi, Cass County
- Twin Lake 2.7 mi, Cass County
- Little Twin Lake 3.7 mi, Cass County
- Thirteen Lake 4.3 mi, Cass County
- Windigo Lake 4.5 mi, Beltrami County
- Cass Lake 4.9 mi, Beltrami County
- Portage Lake 5.3 mi, Cass County
- Little Wolf Lake 5.4 mi, Cass County
Questions about Pike Bay
How deep is Pike Bay?
Pike Bay reaches a maximum depth of 95 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 47% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Pike Bay?
Pike Bay covers about 4,751 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Pike Bay?
Summer water clarity on Pike Bay averages 11.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Pike Bay have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Pike Bay for zebra mussel.
What fish are in Pike Bay?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Pike Bay. The most recent standard survey was in 2022.
Where is the public boat access on Pike Bay?
Pike Bay has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Pike Bay (S).
How is the walleye population on Pike Bay?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1994 to 2022, walleye numbers on Pike Bay 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 Pike Bay?
Homes on Pike Bay 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 Pike Bay and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Pike Bay?
Big water with room for long boat rides and wake sports, about 47% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 11.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Pike Bay?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5.
Ask us about Pike Bay
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 2022), 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.