Loon Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota. DNR lake ID 18026800.
Loon Lake is a 50-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. Its deepest point reaches 30 ft. Summer water clarity averages 14.6 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is part of the Whitefish Chain. The DNR lists it for zebra mussel.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18026800 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County |
| Surface area | 50 acres |
| Maximum depth | 30 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 14.6 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Boating chain | Whitefish Chain |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 14.6 ft.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 5. Crappie daily limit 5. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: zebra mussel (listed 2014).
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Whitefish Chain
Fourteen lakes that became one connected system when the Pine River dam raised the water about ten feet. Roughly 14,000 acres of boatable water around Crosslake, Pequot Lakes, Jenkins, and Pine River. The DNR records Rush and Hen as one lake.
Whitefish Lake, Cross Lake, Big Trout Lake, Rush Lake, Lower Hay Lake, Little Pine Lake, Bertha Lake, Arrowhead Lake, Daggett Lake, Clamshell Lake, Pig Lake, Island Lake
Around the lake
On-water fuel: Whitefish Chain fuel docks, boat to MarineMax Crosslake, Bait Box Marina, or The Wharf on Cross Lake, or Bertha Boat Works on Bertha Lake. Confirm hours before heading out.
Nearby lakes
- Island Lake 0.3 mi, Crow Wing County
- Ox Lake 0.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- Little Ox Lake 1.0 mi, Crow Wing County
- Meyer Lake 1.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Rush Lake 1.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- Big Trout Lake 1.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- Daggett Lake 2.3 mi, Crow Wing County
- West Fox Lake 2.7 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Loon Lake
How deep is Loon Lake?
Loon Lake reaches a maximum depth of 30 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Loon Lake?
Loon Lake covers about 50 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Loon Lake?
Summer water clarity on Loon Lake averages 14.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Loon Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Loon Lake for zebra mussel.
Are there lake homes for sale on Loon Lake?
Homes on Loon 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 Loon Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Loon Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 14.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Loon Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5. Crappie daily limit 5.
Ask us about Loon 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 not on record), 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.