Little Long Lake
About Little Long Lake
Little Long Lake is a 305-acre lake near Grand Rapids in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 61 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 7.4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 15.5 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2015.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. 2 campgrounds are mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Little Long Lake
- 305 acres, up to 61 feet deep, near Grand Rapids
- 1 public boat launch (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 15.5 feet — very clear
- Camping close to the water
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 305 acres
- Max depth
- 61 ft
- Shoreline
- 7.4 mi
- Water clarity
- 15.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 154 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)
- Camping (2 mapped)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Lakeside camping
- Quiet paddling
- 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
- 11
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2015
- 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.
Camping & Reservations
2 campgrounds are mapped on or near Little Long Lake. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Little Long Lake?
Little Long Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Grand Rapids. It covers 305 acres and reaches 61 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Little Long Lake?
Little Long Lake covers 305 acres with about 7.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 61 feet.
What fish can you catch at Little Long Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Little Long Lake?
Yes. Little Long Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Little Long Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Little Long 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 Little Long Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Little Long Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Can you camp at Little Long Lake?
Yes. A campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.