Batson Lake
About Batson Lake
Batson Lake is an 114-acre lake near Marcell in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 50 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 20 feet, and has roughly 1.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 16.5 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2017.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the US Fish & Wildlife Service.
Plan Your Visit to Batson Lake
- 114 acres, up to 50 feet deep, near Marcell
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the US Fish & Wildlife Service
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 16.5 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Fish & Wildlife Service
Conditions
- Surface area
- 114 acres
- Max depth
- 50 ft
- Average depth
- 20 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 16.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 39 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
- Northern Pike fishing
- 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
- 11
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2017
- 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 Batson Lake?
Batson Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. It covers 114 acres and reaches 50 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Batson Lake?
Batson Lake covers 114 acres with about 1.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 50 feet and its average depth is about 20 feet.
What fish can you catch at Batson Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list 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 Batson Lake?
Yes. Batson Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the US Fish & Wildlife Service. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Batson Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Batson 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 Batson Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Batson Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.