Big Cormorant Lake
The second-largest lake in Becker County, with remarkable clarity and some of the region's best walleye fishing.
- Area
- 3,657 acres
- Max depth
- 75 ft
- Clarity
- 16.83 ft
- Shoreline
- 18.72 mi
- Littoral area
- 812 acres
- County
- Becker County
Minnesota DNR lake ID 03057600. Clarity is the mean Secchi depth; littoral area is the shallow water (under 15 ft) where plants grow.
Big Cormorant is the second-largest lake in Becker County, but its most striking feature is the water. Maximum depth reaches 75 feet, and early-season clarity readings have topped 30 feet in places.
Add some of the region's best walleye fishing and a commute of 40 to 45 minutes to Fargo-Moorhead, or about 20 to Detroit Lakes, and it's clear why the lake ranks among the most sought-after in the area.
What stands out
- More than 3,600 acres of recreational water
- Exceptional clarity and sandy shoreline areas
- About 40 to 45 minutes to Fargo-Moorhead, 20 to Detroit Lakes
- Close to golf courses, dining and amenities
The market
Limited inventory and consistent demand keep pricing strong. Strategic marketing and positioning can meaningfully raise a final sale price.
What you'll find on the water:
- Classic Minnesota cabins with character
- Move-in-ready lake homes with modern updates
- Luxury lakefront with premium frontage and views
- Prime lots with redevelopment potential
Buying on Big Cormorant
- Find the best spots on the lake for your goals
- Weigh shoreline, elevation, water depth and long-term value
- Avoid the costly mistakes unique to lake property
- Surface on-market and off-market opportunities
Selling on Big Cormorant
- High-impact marketing aimed at qualified lake buyers
- Pricing built on real-time lake market data
- Professional presentation of your property's strengths
- The goal: the best price in the least time on market