Boedigheimer Lake
About Boedigheimer Lake
Boedigheimer Lake is a 169-acre lake near Richville in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It reaches 26 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.2 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 5 fish species here, including largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2025.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Boedigheimer Lake
- 169 acres, up to 26 feet deep, near Richville
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 169 acres
- Max depth
- 26 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.2 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 93 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)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 5
- Game fish
- 4
- Stocked
- No
- 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 Boedigheimer Lake?
Boedigheimer Lake is in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Richville. It covers 169 acres and reaches 26 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Boedigheimer Lake?
Boedigheimer Lake covers 169 acres with about 2.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 26 feet.
What fish can you catch at Boedigheimer Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Pumpkinseed. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Boedigheimer Lake?
Yes. Boedigheimer Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Boedigheimer Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Boedigheimer 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 Boedigheimer Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Boedigheimer Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.