Lake Wabedo
About Lake Wabedo
Lake Wabedo is a 1,226-acre lake near Longville in Cass County, Minnesota. It reaches 95 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 11.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 9.7 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 18 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, and black crappie. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. Special fishing regulations apply to northern pike and walleye, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. OpenStreetMap shows a swim beach on or beside the lake. Ice typically goes out around April 20, based on 18 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Lake Wabedo
- 1,226 acres, up to 95 feet deep, near Longville
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, and black crappie
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 9.7 feet
- Swim beach on or beside the lake
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 1,226 acres
- Max depth
- 95 ft
- Shoreline
- 11.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 9.7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 295 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 (concrete)
- Swim beach
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Swimming and beach days
- 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
- 18
- Game fish
- 11
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Northern Pike: All from 24-36" must be immediately released. Possession limit three, only one over 36".
- Walleye: All from 18-26" must be immediately released. One over 26" allowed in possession. Possession limit four.
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 20
- Years of record
- 18
- Earliest
- April 3, 2016
- Latest
- May 6, 2022
- Most recent
- April 21, 2026
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lake Wabedo?
Lake Wabedo is in Cass County, Minnesota, near Longville. It covers 1,226 acres and reaches 95 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lake Wabedo?
Lake Wabedo covers 1,226 acres with about 11.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 95 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lake Wabedo?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Lake Wabedo?
Yes. Lake Wabedo has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Lake Wabedo?
Yes. A swim beach is mapped on or beside the lake. Most Minnesota beaches have no lifeguard, so swim at your own risk and check for beach advisories.
Is Lake Wabedo stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Lake Wabedo; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Are there special fishing regulations on Lake Wabedo?
Yes. All from 24-36" must be immediately released. Possession limit three, only one over 36". All from 18-26" must be immediately released. One over 26" allowed in possession. Possession limit four.
When does the ice go out on Lake Wabedo?
The median ice-out date is April 20, from 18 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is April 3, 2016 and the latest is May 6, 2022.