Cascade
A 44-acre lake near Deerwood (Crow Wing) in Crow Wing County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1983.
Fish Species (6)
Bluegill
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 60.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 1983 | 60.00 | - | 0.14 lbs |
| Aug 17, 1983 | 1.00 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.3 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 1983 | 1.00 | - | 0.20 lbs |
| Aug 17, 1983 | 6.33 | - | 0.07 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 1983 | 0.67 | - | 1.05 lbs |
| Aug 17, 1983 | 7.00 | - | 0.67 lbs |
Other species in this lake (3)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Black Bullhead
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.7 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 1983 | 166.00 | - | 0.12 lbs |
| Aug 17, 1983 | 6.67 | - | 0.11 lbs |
Yellow Bullhead
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 15.7 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 1983 | 17.00 | - | 0.14 lbs |
| Aug 17, 1983 | 15.67 | - | 0.16 lbs |
Brown Bullhead
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 12.3 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 1983 | 46.00 | - | 0.13 lbs |
| Aug 17, 1983 | 12.33 | - | 0.14 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 17, 1983The northern pike abundance is good, but size extremely small. Bluegill abundance is good with some obtaining large size. Bullhead species are abundan…
The northern pike abundance is good, but size extremely small. Bluegill abundance is good with some obtaining large size. Bullhead species are abundant but extremely small. Fish species abundance and size is greatly influenced by occasional winterkills.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Cascade?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Northern Pike in Cascade. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Cascade?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Cascade. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Cascade?
Cascade has a maximum depth of 24 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Cascade last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Cascade is from 1983. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Cascade have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Cascade in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 44.11 acres
- Max Depth
- 24 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.03 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed