Jack Lake
About Jack Lake
Jack Lake is a 142-acre lake near Walker in Cass County, Minnesota. It reaches 110 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 14.5 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 14 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the county.
Plan Your Visit to Jack Lake
- 142 acres, up to 110 feet deep, near Walker
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 14.5 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 142 acres
- Max depth
- 110 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 14.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 44 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
- Quiet paddling
- 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
- 14
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Jack Lake?
Jack Lake is in Cass County, Minnesota, near Walker. It covers 142 acres and reaches 110 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Jack Lake?
Jack Lake covers 142 acres with about 2.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 110 feet.
What fish can you catch at Jack Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Tullibee (Cisco), and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Jack Lake?
Yes. Jack Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Jack Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Jack 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 Jack Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Jack Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.