Little Vermillion Lake
About Little Vermillion Lake
Little Vermillion Lake is a 147-acre lake near Days High Landing in Cass County, Minnesota. It reaches 55 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.2 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
Public access is carry-in only — plan on a canoe, kayak or small boat you can hand-launch.
Plan Your Visit to Little Vermillion Lake
- 147 acres, up to 55 feet deep, near Days High Landing
- Carry-in access only — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Carry-in access only
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 147 acres
- Max depth
- 55 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.2 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 74 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 carry-in access
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Little Vermillion Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Little Vermillion Lake?
Little Vermillion Lake is in Cass County, Minnesota, near Days High Landing. It covers 147 acres and reaches 55 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Little Vermillion Lake?
Little Vermillion Lake covers 147 acres with about 2.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 55 feet.
What fish can you catch at Little Vermillion Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Little Vermillion Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Little Vermillion Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: carry-in access only.
Can you swim at Little Vermillion Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Little Vermillion 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.