Hattie Lake
About Hattie Lake
Hattie Lake is a 459-acre lake near Alberta in Stevens County, Minnesota. It reaches 9 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 7 feet, and has roughly 5.1 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 2.3 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, 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 2023.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Hattie Lake
- 459 acres, up to 9 feet deep, near Alberta
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 2.3 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
- 459 acres
- Max depth
- 9 ft
- Average depth
- 7 ft
- Shoreline
- 5.1 mi
- Water clarity
- 2.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 464 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
- 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
- 4
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2023
- 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 Hattie Lake?
Hattie Lake is in Stevens County, Minnesota, near Alberta. It covers 459 acres and reaches 9 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Hattie Lake?
Hattie Lake covers 459 acres with about 5.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 9 feet and its average depth is about 7 feet.
What fish can you catch at Hattie Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Hattie Lake?
Yes. Hattie Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Hattie Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Hattie 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 Hattie Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Hattie Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.