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Wakesurf Spot · Minnesota

Pillager Lake

A 205-acre reservoir, reaching 39 ft deep in Cass County, Minnesota — large enough for wake boating where local rules allow.

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Pillager Lake is a public lake in Cass County, Minnesota that covers about 205 acres and reaches roughly 39 ft at its deepest. Being a smaller lake, any wake-boat use hinges on the local ordinance and how busy the water is.

There is at least one public access point on record.

This listing is drawn from state lake records — it reflects size and access, not a track record as a wakesurf venue. Minnesota sets statewide wake-boat rules, and individual lakes routinely add no-wake zones, hours, or horsepower limits. Check the Minnesota rules page and the local ordinance before you launch.

Source: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder. Specifications reflect published figures and can change by model year — verify before purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pillager Lake is a warm-weather wakesurf spot — plan around local water and air temperatures, and ride early for the calmest water.

Pillager Lake covers roughly 205 acres and reaches about 39 ft at its deepest, giving it room for a wake-boat setup when conditions cooperate. It has at least one public access point. Minnesota sets statewide wakesurf rules, and individual lakes often add no-wake zones, hours, or horsepower limits — check the Minnesota rules page and the local ordinance before launching. Minnesota: Local/lake-specific rules only. Always confirm the current local rules before launching.