Leech Lake (Main Basin)

Details

DNR lake ID

11020301

County

Cass

Infested waters list

Eurasian watermilfoil, starry stonewort, zebra mussel

Special regulation

Crappie, Sunfish: Daily limit five.

Special regulation

Walleye: Possession limit four, only one over 20" allowed in possession.

Special regulation, On Leech Lake Indian Reservation

Cisco: Possession limit 50.

Special regulation, On Leech Lake Indian Reservation

Whitefish: Possession limit 25.

Fish consumption

Follow the statewide guidelines; fish from this lake have been tested

Public access

Yes

Sources

• Minnesota DNR LakeFinder
  Checked September 24, 2026

Survey catches show what DNR nets and electrofishing found on the survey date, not how the fishing is today. Check the current regulations and the Department of Health advice before you keep fish, and confirm access conditions before you tow a boat.