Little Moose Lake
About Little Moose Lake
Little Moose Lake is a 289-acre lake near Grand Rapids in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 23 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 8.7 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 13 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2025.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the county. Camp Hiawatha is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Little Moose Lake
- 289 acres, up to 23 feet deep, near Grand Rapids
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 8.7 feet
- Camping close to the water at Camp Hiawatha
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 289 acres
- Max depth
- 23 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 8.7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 123 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)
- Camping: Camp Hiawatha
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Lakeside camping
- 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
- 13
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- 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
Camp Hiawatha is mapped on or near Little Moose 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 Moose Lake?
Little Moose Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Grand Rapids. It covers 289 acres and reaches 23 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Little Moose Lake?
Little Moose Lake covers 289 acres with about 4.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 23 feet.
What fish can you catch at Little Moose Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth 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 Moose Lake?
Yes. Little Moose Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Little Moose Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Little Moose 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 Moose Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Little Moose Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Can you camp at Little Moose Lake?
Yes. Camp Hiawatha is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.