Little Grand Lake
About Little Grand Lake
Little Grand Lake is a 176-acre lake near Saginaw in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 58 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 15 feet, and has roughly 3.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 13 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 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 2008.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner. A campground is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Little Grand Lake
- 176 acres, up to 58 feet deep, near Saginaw
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 13 feet — very clear
- Camping close to the water
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 176 acres
- Max depth
- 58 ft
- Average depth
- 15 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 13 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 84 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
- Camping (1 mapped)
Best For
- Lakeside camping
- 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
- 9
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2008
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Camping & Reservations
1 campground is mapped on or near Little Grand 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 Grand Lake?
Little Grand Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Saginaw. It covers 176 acres and reaches 58 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Little Grand Lake?
Little Grand Lake covers 176 acres with about 3.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 58 feet and its average depth is about 15 feet.
What fish can you catch at Little Grand 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 Grand Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Little Grand Lake.
Can you swim at Little Grand Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Little Grand 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 Grand Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Little Grand Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Can you camp at Little Grand Lake?
Yes. A campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.