Pine Lake
About Pine Lake
Pine Lake is a 261-acre lake near Whipholt in Cass County, Minnesota. It reaches 25 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 12 feet, and has roughly 3.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 13.6 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and rock bass. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2022.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the US Forest Service.
Plan Your Visit to Pine Lake
- 261 acres, up to 25 feet deep, near Whipholt
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the US Forest Service
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and rock bass
- Average water clarity around 13.6 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Forest Service
Conditions
- Surface area
- 261 acres
- Max depth
- 25 ft
- Average depth
- 12 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 13.6 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 113 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
- Quiet paddling
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 10
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2022
- 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 Pine Lake?
Pine Lake is in Cass County, Minnesota, near Whipholt. It covers 261 acres and reaches 25 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Pine Lake?
Pine Lake covers 261 acres with about 3.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 25 feet and its average depth is about 12 feet.
What fish can you catch at Pine Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list 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 Pine Lake?
Yes. Pine Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the US Forest Service. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Pine Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Pine 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 Pine Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Pine Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.