Upper Sucker Lake
About Upper Sucker Lake
Upper Sucker Lake is an 113-acre lake near Cass Lake in Cass County, Minnesota. It reaches 25 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 10.4 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, 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 Upper Sucker Lake
- 113 acres, up to 25 feet deep, near Cass Lake
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the US Forest Service
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 10.4 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
- 113 acres
- Max depth
- 25 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 10.4 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 45 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)
- 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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Middle Sucker Lake
50 out of 100 Lake ScoreCass · Cass Lake286 acres
0.9 miles away
Lower Sucker Lake
55 out of 100 Lake ScoreCass · Cass Lake592 acres
2.2 miles away
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Thirteen Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Upper Sucker Lake?
Upper Sucker Lake is in Cass County, Minnesota, near Cass Lake. It covers 113 acres and reaches 25 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Upper Sucker Lake?
Upper Sucker Lake covers 113 acres with about 4.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 25 feet.
What fish can you catch at Upper Sucker Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, 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 Upper Sucker Lake?
Yes. Upper 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 Upper Sucker Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Upper 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 Upper Sucker Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Upper Sucker Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Are there special fishing regulations on Upper Sucker Lake?
Yes. Daily limit five.