Upper Sucker Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Cass Lake. DNR lake ID 11031600.
Upper Sucker Lake is a 113-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Cass Lake. Its deepest point reaches 25 ft, and about 39% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 10.8 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic 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 | 11031600 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Cass Lake |
| Surface area | 113 acres |
| Maximum depth | 25 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 39% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.8 ft through 2024 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 17.5 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 5.8 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| 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 2024: clarity 10.8 ft, phosphorus 17.5 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 5.8 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Upper Sucker Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Upper Sucker 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 14.5 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.78 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 13.0 | 1.5 to 23.0 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 5.56 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 2.78 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Bluegill | trap | 0.89 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.67 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.56 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 26.0 in (2021), Walleye 23.0 in (2011), Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2016).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Bowfin, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 5. Crappie daily limit 5. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
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
- Middle Sucker Lake 0.9 mi, Cass County
- Grass Lake 1.1 mi, Cass County
- Lower Sucker Lake 2.2 mi, Cass County
- Lydick Lake 2.4 mi, Cass County
- Little Portage Lake 4.1 mi, Cass County
- Portage Lake 5.2 mi, Cass County
- Schram Lake 5.7 mi, Beltrami County
- Pike Bay 7.0 mi, Cass County
Questions about Upper Sucker Lake
How deep is Upper Sucker Lake?
Upper Sucker Lake reaches a maximum depth of 25 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 39% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Upper Sucker Lake?
Upper Sucker Lake covers about 113 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Upper Sucker Lake?
Summer water clarity on Upper Sucker Lake averages 10.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2024. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Upper Sucker Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Upper Sucker 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 Upper Sucker Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, bowfin, white sucker in Upper Sucker Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2021.
Are there lake homes for sale on Upper Sucker Lake?
Homes on Upper Sucker 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 Upper Sucker Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Upper Sucker Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 39% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 10.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Upper Sucker Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5. Crappie daily limit 5.
Ask us about Upper Sucker 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.