Birch Lake
About Birch Lake
Birch Lake is a 276-acre lake near Remer in Cass County, Minnesota. It reaches 30 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner.
Plan Your Visit to Birch Lake
- 276 acres, up to 30 feet deep, near Remer
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
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Conditions
- Surface area
- 276 acres
- Max depth
- 30 ft
- Shoreline
- 3 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 51 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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Birch Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Birch Lake?
Birch Lake is in Cass County, Minnesota, near Remer. It covers 276 acres and reaches 30 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Birch Lake?
Birch Lake covers 276 acres with about 3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 30 feet.
What fish can you catch at Birch Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Birch Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Birch Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Birch Lake.
Can you swim at Birch Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Birch 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.