Pine Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Whipholt. DNR lake ID 11029200.
Pine Lake is a 260.5-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Whipholt. Its deepest point reaches 25 ft, and about 43% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 18.1 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. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11029200 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Whipholt |
| Surface area | 260.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 25 ft |
| Mean depth | 12.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 43% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 18.1 ft through 2023 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 13.2 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 2.9 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| 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 2023: clarity 18.1 ft, phosphorus 13.2 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 2.9 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Pine Lake rates as oligotrophic.
Fishing on Pine Lake
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 17.33 | 4.8 to 12.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.33 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.5 | 1.0 to 4.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.11 | 0.8 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 2.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 37.67 | 8.3 to 50.1 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.0 | 0.3 to 1.8 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.67 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 3.89 | 2.8 to 10.3 |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.33 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.67 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.67 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 3.33 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 14.0 in (2022), Northern pike 38.0 in (2022), Walleye 21.0 in (2006).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Bowfin, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black 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
- Pine Lake: 1 gravel launch ramp, 4 trailer spaces. From Whipholt, S 3.1 miles S on Pine Lake Rd NW to S shore of lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Rat Lake 1.4 mi, Cass County
- Teepee Lake 1.8 mi, Cass County
- Wawa Lake 1.8 mi, Cass County
- South Stocking Lake 2.3 mi, Cass County
- Moccasin Lake 2.4 mi, Cass County
- Long Lake 2.8 mi, Cass County
- Cedar Lake 2.9 mi, Cass County
- Horseshoe Lake 2.9 mi, Cass County
Questions about Pine Lake
How deep is Pine Lake?
Pine Lake reaches a maximum depth of 25 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 43% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Pine Lake?
Pine Lake covers about 260.5 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Pine Lake?
Summer water clarity on Pine Lake averages 18.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2023. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Pine Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Pine 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 Pine Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, bowfin in Pine Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2022.
Where is the public boat access on Pine Lake?
Pine Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Pine Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Pine Lake?
Homes on Pine 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 Pine Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Pine Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 43% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 18.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Pine Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Pine Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Pine 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 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.