Rossman Lake
About Rossman Lake
Rossman Lake is a 273-acre lake near Lake Park in Becker County, Minnesota. It reaches 20 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 8 feet, and has roughly 5.8 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 1993.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Rossman Lake
- 273 acres, up to 20 feet deep, near Lake Park
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 273 acres
- Max depth
- 20 ft
- Average depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 5.8 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 232 acres
Rules & Regulations
- A Minnesota fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older
- Drain plugs must be out and all water drained before leaving any access; remove aquatic plants from boats and trailers
- Children under 10 must wear a life jacket on a boat that is underway
Facilities
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- 1 carry-in access
Best For
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 12
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 1993
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Rossman Lake?
Rossman Lake is in Becker County, Minnesota, near Lake Park. It covers 273 acres and reaches 20 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Rossman Lake?
Rossman Lake covers 273 acres with about 5.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 20 feet and its average depth is about 8 feet.
What fish can you catch at Rossman Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Rossman Lake?
Yes. Rossman Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Rossman Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Rossman Lake. Minnesota's public waters are open to swimming where you have legal access, but there are no lifeguards or water-quality monitoring away from designated beaches.
Is Rossman Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Rossman Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.