Big Sand Lake
About Big Sand Lake
Big Sand Lake is a 731-acre lake near Remer in Cass County, Minnesota. It reaches 23 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 8.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 10.3 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 13 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2021.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the township.
Plan Your Visit to Big Sand Lake
- 731 acres, up to 23 feet deep, near Remer
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the township
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 10.3 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- township
Conditions
- Surface area
- 731 acres
- Max depth
- 23 ft
- Shoreline
- 8.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 10.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 635 acres
Rules & Regulations
- A Minnesota fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older
- Drain plugs must be out and all water drained before leaving any access; remove aquatic plants from boats and trailers
- Children under 10 must wear a life jacket on a boat that is underway
Facilities
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 13
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2021
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
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Little Sand Lake
54 out of 100 Lake ScoreCass · Remer413 acres
1.9 miles away
Knight Lake
27 out of 100 Lake ScoreCass · Remer131 acres
4 miles away
Grave Lake
66 out of 100 Lake ScoreCass · Remer373 acres
4 miles away
Birch Lake
11 out of 100 Lake ScoreCass · Remer276 acres
4.8 miles away
Mabel Lake
64 out of 100 Lake ScoreCass · Remer184 acres
5 miles away
Big Rice Lake
35 out of 100 Lake ScoreCass · Remer2,030 acres
5.3 miles away
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Big Sand Lake?
Big Sand Lake is in Cass County, Minnesota, near Remer. It covers 731 acres and reaches 23 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Big Sand Lake?
Big Sand Lake covers 731 acres with about 8.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 23 feet.
What fish can you catch at Big Sand Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Big Sand Lake?
Yes. Big Sand Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the township. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Big Sand Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Big Sand Lake. Minnesota's public waters are open to swimming where you have legal access, but there are no lifeguards or water-quality monitoring away from designated beaches.
Is Big Sand Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Big Sand Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.