Sand Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Longville. DNR lake ID 11027500.
Sand Lake is a 40.7-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Longville. Its deepest point reaches 8 ft, and about 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 8.2 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, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11027500 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Longville |
| Surface area | 40.7 acres |
| Maximum depth | 8 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 100% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 8.2 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 8.2 ft.
Fishing on Sand Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2006 (20 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 | trap | 0.44 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 6.67 | 3.1 to 24.9 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.33 | 0.3 to 1.9 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.67 | 0.8 to 7.2 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.11 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Walleye 24.0 in (1999), Largemouth bass 20.0 in (2006), Northern pike 22.0 in (2006).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, 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
- Sand Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 3 trailer spaces. 7 miles South of Longville on MN Hwy. 84, then 2 miles West and North on Cass Co. Rd. #46. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Sand Lake 0.5 mi, Cass County
- Widow Lake 0.8 mi, Cass County
- Island Lake 1.4 mi, Cass County
- IXL Lake 1.5 mi, Cass County
- Long Lake 1.6 mi, Cass County
- Blackwater Lake 1.7 mi, Cass County
- Squeedunk Lake 2.0 mi, Cass County
- Big Deep Lake 2.1 mi, Cass County
Questions about Sand Lake
How deep is Sand Lake?
Sand Lake reaches a maximum depth of 8 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Sand Lake?
Sand Lake covers about 40.7 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Sand Lake?
Summer water clarity on Sand Lake averages 8.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Sand Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Sand 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 Sand Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, bluegill, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, yellow bullhead, brown bullhead in Sand Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2006.
Where is the public boat access on Sand Lake?
Sand Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Sand Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Sand Lake?
Homes on Sand 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 Sand Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Sand Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 100% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 8.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Sand Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Sand Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Sand 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 2006), 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.