Little Sand Lake
About Little Sand Lake
Little Sand Lake is a 210-acre lake near Calumet in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 44 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.6 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 11 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2018.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the county.
Plan Your Visit to Little Sand Lake
- 210 acres, up to 44 feet deep, near Calumet
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 11 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 210 acres
- Max depth
- 44 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.6 mi
- Water clarity
- 11 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 115 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)
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
- 11
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2018
- 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 Little Sand Lake?
Little Sand Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Calumet. It covers 210 acres and reaches 44 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Little Sand Lake?
Little Sand Lake covers 210 acres with about 2.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 44 feet.
What fish can you catch at Little Sand Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, 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 Sand Lake?
Yes. Little Sand 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 Sand Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Little Sand 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 Sand Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Little Sand Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.