Bass Lake
About Bass Lake
Bass Lake is a 278-acre lake near Walker in Cass County, Minnesota. It reaches 33 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 12 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 8 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2022.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the US Forest Service.
Plan Your Visit to Bass Lake
- 278 acres, up to 33 feet deep, near Walker
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the US Forest Service
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 12 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Forest Service
Conditions
- Surface area
- 278 acres
- Max depth
- 33 ft
- Shoreline
- 9 mi
- Water clarity
- 12 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 238 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 (gravel or earth)
Best For
- Quiet paddling
- 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
- 8
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2022
- 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 Bass Lake?
Bass Lake is in Cass County, Minnesota, near Walker. It covers 278 acres and reaches 33 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Bass Lake?
Bass Lake covers 278 acres with about 9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 33 feet.
What fish can you catch at Bass Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Bass Lake?
Yes. Bass Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the US Forest Service. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Bass Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Bass 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 Bass Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Bass Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.