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Horseshoe
Cass County · Near Backus · DOW 11035800
260 ac
Surface Area
51 ft
Max Depth
17.5 ft
Water Clarity
4 mi
Shoreline
1 Public Access
This lake has 1 public access point for launching watercraft or shore fishing.
Weather
Fishing Forecast
Depth Map
Highlights
Exceptionally clear water with 17.5 feet of visibility. You can see straight to the bottom in the shallows
Excellent fishing diversity with Northern Pike, Walleye, Largemouth Bass all present
Great panfish lake with yellow perch and bluegill and black crappie. Solid pick for family fishing
In the heart of lake country near Backus in the Brainerd Lakes region
Size Distribution
2024 DNR survey — how fish here compare to statewide averages
Small for speciesLarge for species
28″
33″
20″
13″
9″
8″
Below avgAverageAbove avg
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Horseshoe is a 260-acre lake located in Cass County, Minnesota near Backus. It has a maximum depth of 51 feet. Known for Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill. Last surveyed by MN DNR in 2024.