Ball Club Lake
About Ball Club Lake
Ball Club Lake is a 4,335-acre lake near Ball Club in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 85 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 19.5 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 3 among the 227 Itasca County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 12.9 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2025.
There are 3 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR and county. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Ball Club Lake
- 4,335 acres, up to 85 feet deep, near Ball Club
- 3 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR and county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 12.9 feet — very clear
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 3 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR, county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 4,335 acres
- Max depth
- 85 ft
- Shoreline
- 19.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 12.9 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 984 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
- 3 public boat launches (concrete)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Power boating and big-water cruising
- 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
- 11
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- 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 Ball Club Lake?
Ball Club Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Ball Club. It covers 4,335 acres and reaches 85 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Ball Club Lake?
Ball Club Lake covers 4,335 acres with about 19.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 85 feet.
What fish can you catch at Ball Club Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Tullibee (Cisco), and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Ball Club Lake?
Yes. Ball Club Lake has 3 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR and county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Ball Club Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Ball Club 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 Ball Club Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Ball Club Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Does Ball Club Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Ball Club Lake as infested with zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.