Vermillion Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Elevenmile Corner. DNR lake ID 11002900.
Vermillion Lake is a 410.4-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Elevenmile Corner. Its deepest point reaches 27 ft, and about 56% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 16.9 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 | 11002900 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Elevenmile Corner |
| Surface area | 410.4 acres |
| Maximum depth | 27 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 56% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 16.9 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 25.7 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 14.2 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| 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 16.9 ft, phosphorus 25.7 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 14.2 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Vermillion Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Vermillion Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2018 (8 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 | 1.11 | 1.3 to 5.0 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.11 | 0.3 to 0.7 |
| Northern pike | gill | 8.67 | 3.5 to 10.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.11 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 3.33 | 3.4 to 43.6 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.33 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 6.11 | 0.6 to 3.5 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.33 | 0.7 to 3.4 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.89 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 4.44 | 6.1 to 46.6 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.67 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.56 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.11 | 2.0 to 8.5 |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.22 | 0.3 to 1.9 |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 28.0 in (2018), Largemouth bass 13.0 in (2018), Walleye 23.0 in (2018).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Bowfin, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish 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
- Vermillion Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 10 trailer spaces. 4 miles northeast of Remer on Hwy 6, then 6.5 miles northwest on Forest Road 2112, on north shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Dead Horse Slough 1.0 mi, Cass County
- Johnson Lake 1.3 mi, Cass County
- Little Vermillion Lake 1.5 mi, Cass County
- Sugar Lake 1.8 mi, Cass County
- Skunk Lake 3.0 mi, Cass County
- Spring Lake 3.8 mi, Cass County
- Long Lake 4.0 mi, Cass County
- Lower Milton Lake 4.2 mi, Cass County
Questions about Vermillion Lake
How deep is Vermillion Lake?
Vermillion Lake reaches a maximum depth of 27 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 56% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Vermillion Lake?
Vermillion Lake covers about 410.4 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Vermillion Lake?
Summer water clarity on Vermillion Lake averages 16.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Vermillion Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Vermillion 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 Vermillion Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, bowfin in Vermillion Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2018.
Where is the public boat access on Vermillion Lake?
Vermillion Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Vermillion Lake.
How is the walleye population on Vermillion Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 2010 to 2018, walleye numbers on Vermillion 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 Vermillion Lake?
Homes on Vermillion 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 Vermillion Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Vermillion Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 56% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 16.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Vermillion Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5.
Ask us about Vermillion 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 2018), 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.