Lower Sucker Lake
About Lower Sucker Lake
Lower Sucker Lake is a 592-acre lake near Cass Lake in Cass County, Minnesota. It reaches 35 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4.5 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 15 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. Special fishing regulations apply to crappie and sunfish, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the US Forest Service.
Plan Your Visit to Lower Sucker Lake
- 592 acres, up to 35 feet deep, near Cass Lake
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the US Forest Service
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 4.5 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Forest Service
Conditions
- Surface area
- 592 acres
- Max depth
- 35 ft
- Shoreline
- 4 mi
- Water clarity
- 4.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 301 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
- 15
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Crappie, Sunfish: Daily limit five.
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
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Middle Sucker Lake
50 out of 100 Lake ScoreCass · Cass Lake286 acres
1.3 miles away
Upper Sucker Lake
54 out of 100 Lake ScoreCass · Cass Lake113 acres
2.2 miles away
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Twin Lake
22 out of 100 Lake ScoreCass · Cass Lake169 acres
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Thirteen Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lower Sucker Lake?
Lower Sucker Lake is in Cass County, Minnesota, near Cass Lake. It covers 592 acres and reaches 35 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lower Sucker Lake?
Lower Sucker Lake covers 592 acres with about 4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 35 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lower Sucker 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 Lower Sucker Lake?
Yes. Lower Sucker Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the US Forest Service. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Lower Sucker Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lower Sucker 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 Lower Sucker Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Lower Sucker Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Are there special fishing regulations on Lower Sucker Lake?
Yes. Daily limit five.