Little Emily Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Outing. DNR lake ID 18020700.
Little Emily Lake is a 98.9-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Outing. Its deepest point reaches 26 ft, and about 90% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 12.3 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.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18020700 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Outing |
| Surface area | 98.9 acres |
| Maximum depth | 26 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 90% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.3 ft through 2020 |
| 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 2020: clarity 12.3 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Little Emily Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Little Emily Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1987 (39 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 | 3.5 | 4.5 to 11.3 |
| Yellow perch | gill | 9.5 | 2.5 to 24.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 25.5 | 1.0 to 11.8 |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 5.5 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 7.0 | n/a |
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
- Papoose Lake 0.7 mi, Crow Wing County
- Smokey Hollow Lake 1.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- Anna Lake 1.7 mi, Crow Wing County
- Allen Lake 1.8 mi, Crow Wing County
- Blue Lake 1.9 mi, Crow Wing County
- Pug Hole Lake 2.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- Roosevelt Lake 2.3 mi, Cass County
- Ruth Lake 2.4 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Little Emily Lake
How deep is Little Emily Lake?
Little Emily Lake reaches a maximum depth of 26 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 90% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Little Emily Lake?
Little Emily Lake covers about 98.9 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Little Emily Lake?
Summer water clarity on Little Emily Lake averages 12.3 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2020. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Little Emily Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Little Emily 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 Little Emily Lake?
Homes on Little Emily 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 Little Emily Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Little Emily Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 90% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 12.3 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Little Emily Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Little Emily Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Little Emily 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 1987), 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.