Bartlett Lake
About Bartlett Lake
Bartlett Lake is a 304-acre lake near Northome in Koochiching County, Minnesota. It reaches 16 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.3 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 2 among the 7 Koochiching County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 2.8 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. 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 2021.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the city.
Plan Your Visit to Bartlett Lake
- 304 acres, up to 16 feet deep, near Northome
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the city
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 2.8 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city
Conditions
- Surface area
- 304 acres
- Max depth
- 16 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 2.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 292 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
- Walleye fishing
- Ice fishing
- Low-clarity lakes are prone to summer algae blooms; keep dogs out of green, scummy water
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 7
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2021
- 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 Bartlett Lake?
Bartlett Lake is in Koochiching County, Minnesota, near Northome. It covers 304 acres and reaches 16 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Bartlett Lake?
Bartlett Lake covers 304 acres with about 4.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 16 feet.
What fish can you catch at Bartlett Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Bartlett Lake?
Yes. Bartlett Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the city. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Bartlett Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Bartlett 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 Bartlett Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Bartlett Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.