Cut Foot Sioux Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Squaw Lake. DNR lake ID 31085700.
Cut Foot Sioux Lake is a 2,771-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Squaw Lake. Its deepest point reaches 78 ft, and about 48% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 10.6 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the eutrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for faucet snail, zebra mussel. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31085700 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Squaw Lake |
| Surface area | 2,771 acres |
| Maximum depth | 78 ft |
| Mean depth | 24.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 48% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.6 ft through 2024 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 33.2 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 15.7 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Eutrophic |
| Invasive species | faucet snail, zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 5 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2024: clarity 10.6 ft, phosphorus 33.2 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 15.7 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Cut Foot Sioux Lake rates as eutrophic.
Fishing on Cut Foot Sioux Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2017 (9 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 | 4.6 | 4.0 to 9.6 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.07 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
| Northern pike | gill | 9.87 | 3.0 to 7.9 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.27 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 38.13 | 7.1 to 33.9 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 3.73 | 0.7 to 3.7 |
| Black crappie | gill | 3.47 | 0.2 to 1.1 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.93 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.4 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 4.93 | 3.7 to 42.9 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.27 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.73 | 0.4 to 1.4 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 4.93 | 0.5 to 5.2 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.47 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.4 | 1.6 to 6.9 |
| Rock bass | gill | 4.6 | 1.0 to 6.6 |
| Rock bass | trap | 1.93 | 0.7 to 3.3 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.07 | n/a |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Walleye 25.0 in (2017), Northern pike 38.0 in (2017), Largemouth bass 10.0 in (2017), Muskellunge 19.0 in (2012).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Tullibee (cisco), Burbot, Bowfin, Shorthead redhorse, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
- Walleye 18 to 23 in must be released (one over 23 allowed). (Minnesota Rules 6264.0400, April 2026)
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: faucet snail (listed 2009), zebra mussel (listed 2013).
Public boat access
- Cut Foot Sioux Lake, Williams Narrows: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 4 trailer spaces. 16 miles northwest of the city of Deer River, on Mn Highway #46, then 2 miles northwest on County Road 48, on the east shore of Cut Foot Sioux Lake. Directions
- Cut Foot Sioux Lake, #2: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 8 trailer spaces. 21 miles northwest of the city of Deer River, on Mn Highway #46, then 3 miles southwest of County Road 33, on the north shore of Cut Foot Sioux Lake. Directions
- Cut Foot Sioux Lake, Mosomo: 2 concrete slab launch ramps, 22 trailer spaces. 15 mi NW of the city of Deer River on MN Hwy 46, then W approximately 2 mi to N shore. Directions
- Cut Foot Sioux Lake, S. McAvity Bay: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 13 trailer spaces. Follow Hwy 46 out of Deer River for 15.7 miles to Williams Narrows Rd. Follow Williams Narrows Rd west for 0.5 miles to CR 148. Follow CR 148 south for 0.8 miles to access road. Follow the access road west for 0.5 miles to the access. Directions
- Cut Foot Sioux Lake, Deer Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp. 19 miles northwest of the city of Deer River, on Mn Highway #46, then 2.5 miles west on County Road 33, on Cut Foot Sioux Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Dry Creek Lake 2.1 mi, Itasca County
- Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake 2.1 mi, Itasca County
- Sunken Lake 2.8 mi, Itasca County
- Amik Lake 2.8 mi, Itasca County
- First River 3.7 mi, Itasca County
- Pigeon Dam Lake 3.7 mi, Itasca County
- Biauswah Lake 3.8 mi, Itasca County
- Greeley Lake 4.1 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Cut Foot Sioux Lake
How deep is Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
Cut Foot Sioux Lake reaches a maximum depth of 78 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 48% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
Cut Foot Sioux Lake covers about 2,771 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
Summer water clarity on Cut Foot Sioux Lake averages 10.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2024. Its trophic state is eutrophic.
Does Cut Foot Sioux Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Cut Foot Sioux Lake for faucet snail, zebra mussel.
What fish are in Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Cut Foot Sioux Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2017.
Where is the public boat access on Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
Cut Foot Sioux Lake has 5 public water access sites on DNR record: Cut Foot Sioux Lake, Williams Narrows; Cut Foot Sioux Lake, #2; Cut Foot Sioux Lake, Mosomo; Cut Foot Sioux Lake, S. McAvity Bay; Cut Foot Sioux Lake, Deer Lake.
How is the walleye population on Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 2007 to 2017, walleye numbers on Cut Foot Sioux 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 Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
Homes on Cut Foot Sioux 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 Cut Foot Sioux Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
Big water with room for long boat rides and wake sports, about 48% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 10.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
Yes. Walleye 18 to 23 in must be released (one over 23 allowed).
Ask us about Cut Foot Sioux Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Itasca County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2017), 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.