Star Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Cross Lake. DNR lake ID 18035900.
Star Lake is a 127.5-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Cross Lake. Its deepest point reaches 83 ft, and about 29% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 18.4 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18035900 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Cross Lake |
| Surface area | 127.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 83 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 29% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 18.4 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 10.5 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 2.4 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| 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 2025: clarity 18.4 ft, phosphorus 10.5 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 2.4 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Star Lake rates as oligotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Star Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2010 (16 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 | gill | 0.25 | 1.0 to 5.0 |
| Northern pike | gill | 4.75 | 2.2 to 8.7 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.57 | 0.4 to 2.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.25 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.29 | 0.5 to 2.2 |
| Bluegill | gill | 4.25 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 11.29 | 7.7 to 43.4 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.25 | 0.5 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.43 | 0.4 to 1.5 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 0.75 | 1.3 to 10.4 |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.5 | 0.7 to 4.4 |
| Rock bass | trap | 1.14 | 0.8 to 3.7 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.25 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 4.86 | n/a |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 13.0 in (2010), Northern pike 31.0 in (2010), Walleye 14.0 in (2010).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Tullibee (cisco), White sucker, Yellow 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
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Little Star Lake 0.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- Little Round Lake 0.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- Bass Lake 0.8 mi, Crow Wing County
- Duck Lake 0.9 mi, Crow Wing County
- Pig Lake 1.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- Kimball Lake 1.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- Pleasant Lake 1.7 mi, Crow Wing County
- Cross Lake 1.8 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Star Lake
How deep is Star Lake?
Star Lake reaches a maximum depth of 83 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 29% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Star Lake?
Star Lake covers about 127.5 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Star Lake?
Summer water clarity on Star Lake averages 18.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Star Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Star 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 Star Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, green sunfish, tullibee (cisco) in Star Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2010.
How is the walleye population on Star Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1993 to 2010, walleye numbers on Star Lake ran mostly below 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 Star Lake?
Homes on Star 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 Star Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Star Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 29% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 18.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Star Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Star Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Star 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 2010), 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.