Ten Mile Lake
About Ten Mile Lake
Ten Mile Lake is a 5,080-acre lake near Hackensack in Cass County, Minnesota. It reaches 208 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 52 feet, and has roughly 24.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 17.4 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 16 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill. 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 2024.
There are 3 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 25, based on 38 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Ten Mile Lake
- 5,080 acres, up to 208 feet deep, near Hackensack
- 3 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 17.4 feet — very clear
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 3 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 5,080 acres
- Max depth
- 208 ft
- Average depth
- 52 ft
- Shoreline
- 24.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 17.4 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 1,316 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
- 3 public boat launches (concrete)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Power boating and big-water cruising
- Quiet paddling
- Ice fishing
- Big water: wind builds dangerous waves quickly, so check the forecast and carry safety gear
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 16
- Game fish
- 11
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 25
- Years of record
- 38
- Earliest
- March 29, 2012
- Latest
- May 18, 1996
- Most recent
- May 5, 2022
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ten Mile Lake?
Ten Mile Lake is in Cass County, Minnesota, near Hackensack. It covers 5,080 acres and reaches 208 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Ten Mile Lake?
Ten Mile Lake covers 5,080 acres with about 24.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 208 feet and its average depth is about 52 feet.
What fish can you catch at Ten Mile Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Tullibee (Cisco) and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Ten Mile Lake?
Yes. Ten Mile Lake has 3 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Ten Mile Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Ten Mile 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 Ten Mile Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Ten Mile Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Ten Mile Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 25, from 38 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 29, 2012 and the latest is May 18, 1996.
Does Ten Mile Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Ten Mile Lake as infested with zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.