Sugar Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Cass Lake. DNR lake ID 31092600.
Sugar Lake is a 1,509-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Cass Lake. Its deepest point reaches 22 ft, and about 84% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 9.3 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for faucet snail, zebra mussel.
Buying or selling on Sugar Lake? Ask us what lakeshore here actually sells for, which stretches of shoreline buyers compete for, and what’s coming up before it’s listed.
Tell us about your dream home on Sugar LakeWhat’s my Sugar Lake property worth?Call (218) 656-6469
Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31092600 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Cass Lake |
| Surface area | 1,509 acres |
| Maximum depth | 22 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 84% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 9.3 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 19.1 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 5.3 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Invasive species | faucet snail, zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 9.3 ft, phosphorus 19.1 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 5.3 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Sugar Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Sugar Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1993 (33 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 | 2.5 | n/a |
| Walleye | trap | 0.5 | n/a |
| Northern pike | gill | 9.17 | n/a |
| Northern pike | trap | 3.25 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 48.67 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 31.5 | n/a |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.17 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.17 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.42 | n/a |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.17 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 33.0 in (1993), Walleye 26.0 in (1993), Largemouth bass 15.0 in (1993).
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: faucet snail (listed 2009), zebra mussel (listed 2013).
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Raven Lake 1.9 mi, Itasca County
- Rabbits Lake 2.3 mi, Itasca County
- Kenogama Lake 3.9 mi, Itasca County
- Tower Lake 5.0 mi, Itasca County
- Burns Lake 5.7 mi, Beltrami County
- Winnibigoshish Lake 5.7 mi, Cass County
- Little Portage Lake 5.9 mi, Cass County
- Lydick Lake 6.4 mi, Cass County
Questions about Sugar Lake
How deep is Sugar Lake?
Sugar Lake reaches a maximum depth of 22 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 84% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Sugar Lake?
Sugar Lake covers about 1,509 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Sugar Lake?
Summer water clarity on Sugar Lake averages 9.3 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Sugar Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Sugar Lake for faucet snail, zebra mussel.
Are there lake homes for sale on Sugar Lake?
Homes on Sugar 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 Sugar Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Sugar Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 84% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 9.3 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Sugar Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Sugar Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Sugar 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 1993), 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.