Becker Lake
About Becker Lake
Becker Lake is a 221-acre lake near Richmond in Stearns County, Minnesota. It reaches 20 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 2 feet, and has roughly 5.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 5.4 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 17 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. Special fishing regulations apply to sunfish, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 8, based on 5 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Becker Lake
- 221 acres, up to 20 feet deep, near Richmond
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 5.4 feet
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 221 acres
- Max depth
- 20 ft
- Average depth
- 2 ft
- Shoreline
- 5.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 5.4 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 170 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
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 17
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Sunfish: Daily limit 10.
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
- 5
- Earliest
- April 4, 2005
- Latest
- April 14, 2007
- Most recent
- April 11, 2015
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 Becker Lake?
Becker Lake is in Stearns County, Minnesota, near Richmond. It covers 221 acres and reaches 20 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Becker Lake?
Becker Lake covers 221 acres with about 5.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 20 feet and its average depth is about 2 feet.
What fish can you catch at Becker 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 Becker Lake?
Yes. Becker Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Becker Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Becker 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 Becker Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Becker Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Are there special fishing regulations on Becker Lake?
Yes. Daily limit 10.
When does the ice go out on Becker Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 8, from 5 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is April 4, 2005 and the latest is April 14, 2007.
Does Becker Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Becker Lake as infested with zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.