Pine Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Cross Lake. DNR lake ID 18026100.
Pine Lake is a 323.6-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Cross Lake. Its deepest point reaches 16.9 ft, and about 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 10.8 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18026100 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Cross Lake |
| Surface area | 323.6 acres |
| Maximum depth | 16.9 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 100% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.8 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 20.6 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 6.7 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Murkier (2016 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 10.8 ft, phosphorus 20.6 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 6.7 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Pine Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: murkier.
Fishing on Pine Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2019 (7 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 | trap | 0.11 | 0.4 to 1.9 |
| Northern pike | gill | 5.67 | 1.5 to 7.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.89 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.33 | 3.0 to 26.5 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.33 | 0.5 to 3.4 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.0 | 1.5 to 14.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.44 | 2.4 to 15.1 |
| Bluegill | trap | 5.44 | 1.9 to 29.5 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.67 | 0.5 to 1.0 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.11 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.33 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.33 | 0.8 to 8.4 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.22 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 15.0 in (2019), Smallmouth bass 8.0 in (1995), Northern pike 36.0 in (2019), Walleye 25.0 in (2019).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Bowfin, Shorthead redhorse, Greater redhorse, Silver redhorse, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown 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
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: Eurasian watermilfoil (listed 2017), zebra mussel (listed 2014).
Public boat access
- Pine Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 8 trailer spaces. 2 miles South of Crosslake on Crow Wing Co. Rd. #3, then 0.25 mile East on Big Pine Trail. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Fawn Lake 2.0 mi, Crow Wing County
- Greer Lake 2.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- Cross Lake 2.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- Duck Lake 2.7 mi, Crow Wing County
- Pleasant Lake 2.8 mi, Crow Wing County
- Rock Lake 2.8 mi, Crow Wing County
- Little Star Lake 3.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Star Lake 3.3 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Pine Lake
How deep is Pine Lake?
Pine Lake reaches a maximum depth of 16.9 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Pine Lake?
Pine Lake covers about 323.6 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Pine Lake?
Summer water clarity on Pine Lake averages 10.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Pine Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Pine Lake for Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel.
What fish are in Pine Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, bowfin in Pine Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2019.
Where is the public boat access on Pine Lake?
Pine Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Pine Lake.
How is the walleye population on Pine Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1995 to 2005, walleye numbers on Pine 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 Pine Lake?
Homes on Pine 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 Pine Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Pine Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 100% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 10.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Pine Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Pine Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Pine 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 2019), 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.