Reno Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Deerwood (Crow Wing). DNR lake ID 18006700.
Reno Lake is a 167.5-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Deerwood (Crow Wing). Its deepest point reaches 9 ft, and about 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 9.2 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 | 18006700 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Deerwood (Crow Wing) |
| Surface area | 167.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 9 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 100% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 9.2 ft through 2016 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 18.0 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 2.2 µg/L |
| 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 2016: clarity 9.2 ft, phosphorus 18.0 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 2.2 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Reno Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Reno Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1998 (28 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 | 6.0 | 2.8 to 10.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.17 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 6.5 | 2.5 to 23.3 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.17 | 0.5 to 5.2 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.0 | 1.5 to 7.5 |
| Black crappie | trap | 5.17 | 1.9 to 13.0 |
| Bluegill | gill | 4.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 66.67 | 3.1 to 24.9 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.17 | 0.8 to 7.2 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.83 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 30.0 in (1998).
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
- Ann Lake 1.0 mi, Crow Wing County
- Portage Lake 1.3 mi, Crow Wing County
- Rice Lake 1.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- Cascade Lake 1.6 mi, Crow Wing County
- Black Lake 1.7 mi, Crow Wing County
- Serpent Lake 1.8 mi, Crow Wing County
- Larson Lake 1.9 mi, Crow Wing County
- Hamlet Lake 2.2 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Reno Lake
How deep is Reno Lake?
Reno Lake reaches a maximum depth of 9 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Reno Lake?
Reno Lake covers about 167.5 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Reno Lake?
Summer water clarity on Reno Lake averages 9.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2016. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Reno Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Reno 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 Reno Lake?
Homes on Reno 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 Reno Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Reno Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 100% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 9.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Reno Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Reno Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Reno 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 1998), 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.