Cass Lake vs Lake Bemidji
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Beltrami County, Minnesota, side by side.
Cass Lake is the larger of the two at 15,958 acres against 6,596 for Lake Bemidji. On our rankings, Cass Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Cass Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Cass Lake comes out ahead for boating, Cass Lake comes out ahead for camping, Cass Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Cass Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Cass Lake | Lake Bemidji |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 92 / 100 | 82 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Cass Lake | Lavinia (Beltrami) |
| Surface area | 15,958 acres | 6,596 acres |
| Max depth | 120 ft | 76 ft |
| Shoreline | 45.4 mi | 14.7 mi |
| Water clarity | 13.9 ft | 7.2 ft |
| Public access | 3 public boat launches (concrete) | 6 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 20 | 14 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | starry stonewort, zebra mussel | starry stonewort, zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingCass Lake
- SwimmingCass Lake
- BoatingCass Lake
- CampingCass Lake
- PaddlingCass Lake
- Ice FishingCass Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Cass Lake or Lake Bemidji?
Cass Lake is bigger at 15,958 acres; Lake Bemidji covers 6,596 acres.
Which is deeper, Cass Lake or Lake Bemidji?
Cass Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 120 feet against 76 feet.
Is Cass Lake or Lake Bemidji better for fishing?
Cass Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Cass Lake lists 20 species and Lake Bemidji lists 14.