Cass Lake vs Upper Red Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Beltrami County, Minnesota, side by side.
Upper Red Lake is the larger of the two at 119,294 acres against 15,958 for Cass Lake. 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 Upper Red Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Cass Lake | Upper Red Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 92 / 100 | 76 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Cass Lake | Waskish |
| Surface area | 15,958 acres | 119,294 acres |
| Max depth | 120 ft | 15 ft |
| Shoreline | 45.4 mi | 59.2 mi |
| Water clarity | 13.9 ft | — |
| Public access | 3 public boat launches (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 20 | 14 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | Yes |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | starry stonewort, zebra mussel | starry stonewort |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingCass Lake
- SwimmingCass Lake
- BoatingCass Lake
- CampingCass Lake
- PaddlingCass Lake
- Ice FishingUpper Red Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Cass Lake or Upper Red Lake?
Upper Red Lake is bigger at 119,294 acres; Cass Lake covers 15,958 acres.
Which is deeper, Cass Lake or Upper Red Lake?
Cass Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 120 feet against 15 feet.
Is Cass Lake or Upper Red Lake 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 Upper Red Lake lists 14.