Mali Lug is located in the City of Čabar, in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County at an elevation of 545 meters above sea level and it covers the area of 2.99 km² (1.15 sq. miles). According to the 2011 census report, there were 81 inhabitants. It is predominantly populated by Croats (97%), but also Serbs (3%). Nearby places: Smrečje, Vode, Fažonci, Požarnica, Podstene, Zamost, Gerovo, Prhci, Smrekari and Pršleti.