Sand Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Hackensack. DNR lake ID 11027900.
Sand Lake is a 149.2-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Hackensack. Its deepest point reaches 54 ft, and about 36% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 22.1 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, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11027900 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Hackensack |
| Surface area | 149.2 acres |
| Maximum depth | 54 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 36% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 22.1 ft through 2025 |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Murkier (2016 to 2025) |
| 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 22.1 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Sand Lake rates as oligotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: murkier.
Fishing on Sand 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | gill | 1.5 | 0.3 to 2.0 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.11 | 0.3 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 4.33 | 2.0 to 8.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.67 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.5 | 1.5 to 18.5 |
| Black crappie | gill | 4.67 | 0.5 to 4.5 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.78 | 1.0 to 6.1 |
| Bluegill | gill | 4.83 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 13.44 | 7.9 to 37.7 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 4.33 | 0.5 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.44 | 0.5 to 2.0 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.33 | 1.1 to 4.7 |
| Rock bass | gill | 1.33 | 0.6 to 4.5 |
| Rock bass | trap | 1.89 | 0.5 to 1.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.22 | n/a |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 16.0 in (2022), Northern pike 34.0 in (2022), Walleye 22.0 in (2022), Smallmouth bass 16.0 in (2006).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, White sucker, 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
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Sand Lake 0.5 mi, Cass County
- Island Lake 0.9 mi, Cass County
- Long Lake 1.2 mi, Cass County
- Widow Lake 1.3 mi, Cass County
- Blackwater Lake 1.7 mi, Cass County
- IXL Lake 1.9 mi, Cass County
- Ponto Lake 2.0 mi, Cass County
- Big Deep Lake 2.2 mi, Cass County
Questions about Sand Lake
How deep is Sand Lake?
Sand Lake reaches a maximum depth of 54 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 36% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Sand Lake?
Sand Lake covers about 149.2 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Sand Lake?
Summer water clarity on Sand Lake averages 22.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
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 walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Sand Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2022.
How is the walleye population on Sand Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1999 to 2022, walleye numbers on Sand Lake 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 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 36% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 22.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on 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 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.