Casey Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Cuyuna. DNR lake ID 18008700.
Casey Lake is a 59.6-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Cuyuna. Its deepest point reaches 39 ft, and about 76% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 2.1 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the hypereutrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18008700 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Cuyuna |
| Surface area | 59.6 acres |
| Maximum depth | 39 ft |
| Mean depth | 10.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 76% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 2.1 ft through 2016 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 136.8 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 56.8 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Hypereutrophic |
| 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 2016: clarity 2.1 ft, phosphorus 136.8 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 56.8 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Casey Lake rates as hypereutrophic.
Fishing on Casey Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1993 (33 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 | 1.5 | n/a |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.75 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.5 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Black crappie | trap | 6.75 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 15.75 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 3.75 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.25 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 23.0 in (1993), Largemouth bass 7.0 in (1993).
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
- Rushmeyer Lake 0.7 mi, Crow Wing County
- Cedar Lake 1.4 mi, Aitkin County
- Taylor Lake 2.4 mi, Aitkin County
- Larson Lake 2.8 mi, Crow Wing County
- Dogfish Lake 3.1 mi, Aitkin County
- Black Shadow Lake 3.1 mi, Aitkin County
- Black Lake 3.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Carlson Lake 3.2 mi, Aitkin County
Questions about Casey Lake
How deep is Casey Lake?
Casey Lake reaches a maximum depth of 39 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 76% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Casey Lake?
Casey Lake covers about 59.6 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Casey Lake?
Summer water clarity on Casey Lake averages 2.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2016. Its trophic state is hypereutrophic.
Does Casey Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Casey 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.
Are there lake homes for sale on Casey Lake?
Homes on Casey 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 Casey Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Casey Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 76% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 2.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Casey Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Casey Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Casey Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Crow Wing County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 1993), 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.