Ten Mile Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Hackensack. DNR lake ID 11041300.
Ten Mile Lake is a 5,080-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Hackensack. Its deepest point reaches 208 ft, and about 26% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 19.6 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for zebra mussel. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11041300 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Hackensack |
| Surface area | 5,080 acres |
| Maximum depth | 208 ft |
| Mean depth | 52.4 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 26% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 19.6 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 11.5 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 2.3 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 19.6 ft, phosphorus 11.5 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 2.3 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Ten Mile Lake rates as oligotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Ten Mile Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2021 (5 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 | 4.93 | 4.0 to 9.6 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.13 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
| Northern pike | gill | 7.47 | 3.0 to 7.9 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.13 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 4.8 | 7.1 to 33.9 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.07 | 0.7 to 3.7 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.33 | 0.2 to 1.1 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.2 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Bluegill | gill | 2.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 9.33 | 3.7 to 42.9 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 3.53 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.2 | 0.4 to 1.4 |
| Smallmouth bass | gill | 1.13 | 0.2 to 0.9 |
| Smallmouth bass | trap | 0.07 | 0.1 to 0.6 |
| Lake whitefish | gill | 0.67 | 0.1 to 0.9 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 3.07 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 3.13 | 1.6 to 6.9 |
| Rock bass | gill | 13.87 | 1.0 to 6.6 |
| Rock bass | trap | 5.4 | 0.7 to 3.3 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.47 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.8 | n/a |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2021), Northern pike 29.0 in (2021), Walleye 27.0 in (2021), Smallmouth bass 19.0 in (2021).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Lake whitefish, Bowfin, 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
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: zebra mussel (listed 2019).
Public boat access
- Ten Mile Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 10 trailer spaces. 3 mi N of Hackensack on Hwy 371, 7 mi W on Co Rd 6, 0.5 mi N on Hiram Twp Rd. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Muskrat Lake 1.5 mi, Cass County
- Birch Lake 2.6 mi, Cass County
- Bass Lake 2.6 mi, Cass County
- Portage Lake 2.9 mi, Cass County
- Little Bass Lake 3.0 mi, Cass County
- Gadbolt Lake 3.2 mi, Cass County
- Million Lake 3.7 mi, Cass County
- Stony Lake 3.9 mi, Cass County
Questions about Ten Mile Lake
How deep is Ten Mile Lake?
Ten Mile Lake reaches a maximum depth of 208 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 26% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Ten Mile Lake?
Ten Mile Lake covers about 5,080 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Ten Mile Lake?
Summer water clarity on Ten Mile Lake averages 19.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Ten Mile Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Ten Mile Lake for zebra mussel.
What fish are in Ten Mile Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Ten Mile Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2021.
Where is the public boat access on Ten Mile Lake?
Ten Mile Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Ten Mile Lake.
How is the walleye population on Ten Mile Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1997 to 2021, walleye numbers on Ten Mile 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 Ten Mile Lake?
Homes on Ten Mile 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 Ten Mile Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Ten Mile Lake?
Big water with room for long boat rides and wake sports, about 26% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 19.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Ten Mile Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Ten Mile Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Ten Mile 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 2021), 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.