Loon Lake
About Loon Lake
Loon Lake is a 232-acre lake near Pequot Lakes in Cass County, Minnesota. It reaches 25 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 14 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. 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 2017.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Loon Lake
- 232 acres, up to 25 feet deep, near Pequot Lakes
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 14 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 232 acres
- Max depth
- 25 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 14 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 216 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)
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
- 12
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2017
- 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 Loon Lake?
Loon Lake is in Cass County, Minnesota, near Pequot Lakes. It covers 232 acres and reaches 25 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Loon Lake?
Loon Lake covers 232 acres with about 2.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 25 feet.
What fish can you catch at Loon Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Loon Lake?
Yes. Loon Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Loon Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Loon 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 Loon Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Loon Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.