Scrapper Lake
About Scrapper Lake
Scrapper Lake is a 172-acre lake near Alder in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 28 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.6 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 8 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. Special fishing regulations apply to northern pike, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2016.
The DNR lists public water access for the lake; confirm the launch type before towing a trailer in.
Plan Your Visit to Scrapper Lake
- 172 acres, up to 28 feet deep, near Alder
- Public access on record — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 8 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Public access on record
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 172 acres
- Max depth
- 28 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.6 mi
- Water clarity
- 8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 122 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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- 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
- 8
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2016
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
Special regulations on this lake
- Northern Pike: All from 24-36" must be immediately released. Possession limit three, only one over 36".
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 Scrapper Lake?
Scrapper Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Alder. It covers 172 acres and reaches 28 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Scrapper Lake?
Scrapper Lake covers 172 acres with about 3.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 28 feet.
What fish can you catch at Scrapper 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 Scrapper Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.
Can you swim at Scrapper Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Scrapper 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 Scrapper Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Scrapper Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Are there special fishing regulations on Scrapper Lake?
Yes. All from 24-36" must be immediately released. Possession limit three, only one over 36".