Battle Creek
About Battle Creek
Battle Creek is a 106-acre lake near Landfall in Washington County, Minnesota. It reaches 15 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 7.3 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, 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 2024.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the city.
Plan Your Visit to Battle Creek
- 106 acres, up to 15 feet deep, near Landfall
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the city
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 7.3 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city
Conditions
- Surface area
- 106 acres
- Max depth
- 15 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 7.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 103 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)
- Picnic area
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 10
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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 Battle Creek?
Battle Creek is in Washington County, Minnesota, near Landfall. It covers 106 acres and reaches 15 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Battle Creek?
Battle Creek covers 106 acres with about 1.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 15 feet.
What fish can you catch at Battle Creek?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Battle Creek?
Yes. Battle Creek has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the city. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Battle Creek?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Battle Creek. 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 Battle Creek stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Battle Creek; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.