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West Battle Lake vs Annie Battle Lake

Two of the top-scoring lakes in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, side by side.

West Battle Lake is the larger of the two at 5,615 acres against 354 for Annie Battle Lake. On our rankings, West Battle Lake comes out ahead for fishing, West Battle Lake comes out ahead for swimming, West Battle Lake comes out ahead for boating, Annie Battle Lake comes out ahead for camping, Annie Battle Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and West Battle Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.

MeasureWest Battle LakeAnnie Battle Lake
Lake Score81 / 10075 / 100
Nearest townBattle LakeBattle Lake
Surface area5,615 acres354 acres
Max depth108 ft51 ft
Shoreline17.1 mi2.8 mi
Water clarity18 ft14.5 ft
Public access2 public boat launches (concrete)1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
Fish species1714
Game fishWalleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black CrappieWalleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill
StockedYesNo
Special regulationsYesYes
Swim beachYesYes
CampingNoYes
Invasive specieszebra musselzebra mussel

Which lake is better for…

  • Fishing
    West Battle Lake
  • Swimming
    West Battle Lake
  • Boating
    West Battle Lake
  • Camping
    Annie Battle Lake
  • Paddling
    Annie Battle Lake
  • Ice Fishing
    West Battle Lake

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is bigger, West Battle Lake or Annie Battle Lake?

West Battle Lake is bigger at 5,615 acres; Annie Battle Lake covers 354 acres.

Which is deeper, West Battle Lake or Annie Battle Lake?

West Battle Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 108 feet against 51 feet.

Is West Battle Lake or Annie Battle Lake better for fishing?

West Battle Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. West Battle Lake lists 17 species and Annie Battle Lake lists 14.