Stevens Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Longville. DNR lake ID 11011600.
Stevens Lake is a 100.1-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Longville. Its deepest point reaches 63 ft, and about 67% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 10.4 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the eutrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11011600 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Longville |
| Surface area | 100.1 acres |
| Maximum depth | 63 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 67% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.4 ft through 2023 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 50.0 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 5.4 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Eutrophic |
| 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 10.4 ft, phosphorus 50.0 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 5.4 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Stevens Lake rates as eutrophic.
Fishing on Stevens Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2004 (22 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 | 5.17 | 3.5 to 8.9 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.44 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.67 | 1.0 to 10.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 7.5 | 1.0 to 3.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.33 | 0.8 to 4.0 |
| Bluegill | gill | 3.67 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 31.44 | 9.5 to 57.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.67 | 0.4 to 1.6 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.67 | 1.5 to 6.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 2.11 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 33.0 in (2004), Largemouth bass 20.0 in (2004).
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
- Stevens Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 4 trailer spaces. 8 mi E of Longville on Co Rd 7, then 3.5 mi S on Co Rd 55, then 1 mi W on Trelipe Twp Rd. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Twenty-Six Lake 0.6 mi, Cass County
- Mitten Lake 1.0 mi, Cass County
- Island Lake 1.8 mi, Cass County
- Camp Two Lake 3.2 mi, Cass County
- George Lake 3.7 mi, Cass County
- Little Bass Lake 4.1 mi, Cass County
- Upper Trelipe Lake 4.3 mi, Cass County
- Inguadona Lake 4.7 mi, Cass County
Questions about Stevens Lake
How deep is Stevens Lake?
Stevens Lake reaches a maximum depth of 63 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 67% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Stevens Lake?
Stevens Lake covers about 100.1 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Stevens Lake?
Summer water clarity on Stevens Lake averages 10.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2023. Its trophic state is eutrophic.
Does Stevens Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Stevens 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.
Where is the public boat access on Stevens Lake?
Stevens Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Stevens Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Stevens Lake?
Homes on Stevens 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 Stevens Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Stevens Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 67% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 10.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Stevens Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Stevens Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Stevens 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 2004), 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.