Cass Lake vs Turtle River
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 1,740 for Turtle River. 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 | Turtle River |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 92 / 100 | 72 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Cass Lake | Turtle River |
| Surface area | 15,958 acres | 1,740 acres |
| Max depth | 120 ft | 63 ft |
| Shoreline | 45.4 mi | 17.3 mi |
| Water clarity | 13.9 ft | 9.2 ft |
| Public access | 3 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 20 | 20 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | Yes |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| 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 Turtle River?
Cass Lake is bigger at 15,958 acres; Turtle River covers 1,740 acres.
Which is deeper, Cass Lake or Turtle River?
Cass Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 120 feet against 63 feet.
Is Cass Lake or Turtle River 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 Turtle River lists 20.