Steamboat Lake
Steamboat Lake covers about 1,756 acres in Cass County, near Cass Lake. The Minnesota DNR lists a maximum depth of 93 ft. DNR fish surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass and Crappie, among other species.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Walleye
Points, flats and reefs at low light. Jigs and live bait early, crankbaits and crawler harnesses in summer.
Northern Pike
Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Crappie
Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Yellow Perch
Schools on mud and sand flats. Great through the ice.
Boat launches
1 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- More public accessPublicSee the MN DNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Steamboat Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Steamboat Lake ↗Local tips
- Check the MN DNR LakeFinder page for the latest survey, map and regulations.
- Minnesota law requires you to clean, drain and dry your boat and gear to stop invasive species.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.