Little Wolf Lake
About Little Wolf Lake
Little Wolf Lake is a 525-acre lake near Cass Lake in Cass County, Minnesota. It reaches 24 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 12 feet, and has roughly 4.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 6.1 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 13 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill. 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 2024.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the township. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 22, based on 5 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Little Wolf Lake
- 525 acres, up to 24 feet deep, near Cass Lake
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the township
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 6.1 feet
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- township
Conditions
- Surface area
- 525 acres
- Max depth
- 24 ft
- Average depth
- 12 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 6.1 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 244 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
- 9
- Stocked
- Yes
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 22
- Years of record
- 5
- Earliest
- March 17, 2024
- Latest
- May 7, 2022
- Most recent
- April 23, 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 Little Wolf Lake?
Little Wolf Lake is in Cass County, Minnesota, near Cass Lake. It covers 525 acres and reaches 24 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Little Wolf Lake?
Little Wolf Lake covers 525 acres with about 4.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 24 feet and its average depth is about 12 feet.
What fish can you catch at Little Wolf Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, 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 Little Wolf Lake?
Yes. Little Wolf 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 Little Wolf Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Little Wolf 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 Little Wolf Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Little Wolf Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Little Wolf Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 22, from 5 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 17, 2024 and the latest is May 7, 2022.
Does Little Wolf Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Little Wolf Lake as infested with zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.