Spider Lake
About Spider Lake
Spider Lake is a 145-acre lake near Pine River in Cass County, Minnesota. It reaches 17 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 10.5 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 8 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. 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 county.
Plan Your Visit to Spider Lake
- 145 acres, up to 17 feet deep, near Pine River
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 10.5 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 145 acres
- Max depth
- 17 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 10.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 75 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
- 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
- 8
- Game fish
- 6
- 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 Spider Lake?
Spider Lake is in Cass County, Minnesota, near Pine River. It covers 145 acres and reaches 17 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Spider Lake?
Spider Lake covers 145 acres with about 4.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 17 feet.
What fish can you catch at Spider Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Spider Lake?
Yes. Spider Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Spider Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Spider 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 Spider Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Spider Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.