Middle Sucker Lake
About Middle Sucker Lake
Middle Sucker Lake is a 286-acre lake near Cass Lake in Cass County, Minnesota. It reaches 20 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4.8 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. Special fishing regulations apply to crappie and sunfish, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2021.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the US Forest Service.
Plan Your Visit to Middle Sucker Lake
- 286 acres, up to 20 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, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 4.8 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
- 286 acres
- Max depth
- 20 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 4.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 150 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
- 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
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2021
- 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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Upper Sucker Lake
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Lower Sucker Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Middle Sucker Lake?
Middle Sucker Lake is in Cass County, Minnesota, near Cass Lake. It covers 286 acres and reaches 20 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Middle Sucker Lake?
Middle Sucker Lake covers 286 acres with about 3.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 20 feet.
What fish can you catch at Middle Sucker Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, 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 Middle Sucker Lake?
Yes. Middle 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 Middle Sucker Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Middle 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 Middle Sucker Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Middle Sucker Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Are there special fishing regulations on Middle Sucker Lake?
Yes. Daily limit five.