Betty Lake
About Betty Lake
Betty Lake is a 154-acre lake near Kimball in Meeker County, Minnesota. It reaches 29 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 2.7 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 15 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 2022.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. Ice typically goes out around April 8, based on 22 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Betty Lake
- 154 acres, up to 29 feet deep, near Kimball
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 2.7 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 154 acres
- Max depth
- 29 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 2.7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 90 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 (concrete)
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
- 15
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- Yes
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 8
- Years of record
- 22
- Earliest
- March 9, 2000
- Latest
- May 15, 2002
- Most recent
- May 1, 2018
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Betty Lake?
Betty Lake is in Meeker County, Minnesota, near Kimball. It covers 154 acres and reaches 29 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Betty Lake?
Betty Lake covers 154 acres with about 2.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 29 feet.
What fish can you catch at Betty Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Channel Catfish and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Betty Lake?
Yes. Betty Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Betty Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Betty 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 Betty Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Betty Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Betty Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 8, from 22 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 9, 2000 and the latest is May 15, 2002.