Pillager Lake

Pillager Lake is a 205-acre lake in scenic Cass County, offering a public boat ramp for easy water access. The lake reaches a maximum depth of 39 feet and supports a healthy fishery including walleye, northern pike, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish. The paved boat ramp is trailer-accessible and accommodates boats up to 12-18 feet, making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorized craft.

The access site provides trailer parking and is conveniently located near the Mississippi River Headwaters area, offering paddlers opportunities to explore connected waterways. There are no launch fees unless the site falls within a park requiring a vehicle permit. This is a straightforward, well-maintained access point ideal for a day of paddling, fishing, or boating in north-central Minnesota.