Greer Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Cross Lake. DNR lake ID 18028700.
Greer Lake is a 354.4-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Cross Lake. Its deepest point reaches 36 ft, and about 80% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 10.2 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18028700 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Cross Lake |
| Surface area | 354.4 acres |
| Maximum depth | 36 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 80% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.2 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 10.2 ft.
Fishing on Greer Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2012 (14 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 | 6.33 | 3.6 to 11.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.67 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 4.0 | 1.0 to 10.5 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.67 | 0.7 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 7.17 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 13.83 | 4.0 to 28.1 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.0 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.5 | 0.2 to 0.6 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.67 | 1.5 to 6.8 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.33 | 0.3 to 1.0 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.67 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 30.0 in (2012), Largemouth bass 19.0 in (2012).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Bowfin, Yellow 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
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
- Greer Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 12 trailer spaces. 5 mi E of Crosslake on Co Rd 36, then 1.5 mi S on Co Rd 114, then 1.5 miles W on Fairfield Twp Rd. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Bass Lake 1.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- Velvet Lake 1.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- Rock Lake 2.0 mi, Crow Wing County
- Adney Lake 2.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Goggle Lake 2.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Pine Lake 2.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- O'Brien Lake 2.6 mi, Crow Wing County
- Dolney Lake 3.3 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Greer Lake
How deep is Greer Lake?
Greer Lake reaches a maximum depth of 36 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 80% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Greer Lake?
Greer Lake covers about 354.4 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Greer Lake?
Summer water clarity on Greer Lake averages 10.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Greer Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Greer 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 Greer Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, green sunfish, bowfin in Greer Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2012.
Where is the public boat access on Greer Lake?
Greer Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Greer Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Greer Lake?
Homes on Greer 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 Greer Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Greer Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 80% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 10.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Greer Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Greer Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Greer 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 2012), 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.