Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Deer River. DNR lake ID 31085200.
Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake is a 619.1-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Deer River. Its deepest point reaches 20 ft, and about 86% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 5.2 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. The DNR lists it for faucet snail, zebra mussel. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31085200 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Deer River |
| Surface area | 619.1 acres |
| Maximum depth | 20 ft |
| Mean depth | 9.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 86% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 5.2 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | faucet snail, zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 5.2 ft.
Fishing on Little 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 | trap | 0.31 | 0.3 to 1.1 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.6 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 5.0 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Black crappie | trap | 3.51 | 0.7 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | trap | 3.49 | 4.0 to 28.1 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.07 | 0.2 to 0.6 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.51 | 1.5 to 6.8 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.13 | 0.3 to 1.0 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 34.0 in (2012), Walleye 27.0 in (2012), Largemouth bass 10.0 in (2012).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Tullibee (cisco), 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
- Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 8 trailer spaces. 17.5 miles northwest of the city of Deer River, on MN Highway 46, on the west shore of Little Cut Foot Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- First River 1.9 mi, Itasca County
- Cut Foot Sioux Lake 2.1 mi, Itasca County
- Dry Creek Lake 3.4 mi, Itasca County
- Egg Lake 3.6 mi, Itasca County
- Amik Lake 3.8 mi, Itasca County
- School House Lake 4.0 mi, Itasca County
- Sunken Lake 4.0 mi, Itasca County
- Greeley Lake 5.1 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake
How deep is Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake reaches a maximum depth of 20 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 86% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake covers about 619.1 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
Summer water clarity on Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake averages 5.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake for faucet snail, zebra mussel.
What fish are in Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, tullibee (cisco) in Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2017.
Where is the public boat access on Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake.
How is the walleye population on Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1990 to 2012, walleye numbers on Little 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 Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
Homes on Little 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 Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 86% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 5.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake?
Yes. Walleye 18 to 23 in must be released (one over 23 allowed).
Ask us about Little 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.