Bachelor Lake
Aitkin County, Minnesota, near Aitkin. DNR lake ID 01016900.
Bachelor Lake is a 53.6-acre lake in Aitkin County, Minnesota, near Aitkin. Its deepest point reaches 47 ft, and about 56% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 13.8 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 01016900 |
|---|---|
| County | Aitkin County, near Aitkin |
| Surface area | 53.6 acres |
| Maximum depth | 47 ft |
| Mean depth | 12.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 56% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 13.8 ft through 2025 |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Murkier (2020 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 13.8 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Bachelor Lake rates as oligotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2020 to 2025: murkier.
Fishing on Bachelor Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2001 (25 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 7.0 | 2.7 to 9.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.67 | 0.7 to 3.6 |
| Black crappie | gill | 7.67 | 1.0 to 4.3 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.22 | 0.7 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 8.33 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 13.33 | 2.9 to 41.2 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.33 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 2.11 | 0.4 to 2.0 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 2.67 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 6.0 | 1.5 to 7.4 |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.67 | 0.6 to 3.6 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.44 | 0.3 to 1.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.33 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 16.0 in (2001), Northern pike 35.0 in (2001).
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Hammal Lake 1.1 mi, Aitkin County
- Hanging Kettle Lake 1.1 mi, Aitkin County
- Diamond Lake 1.7 mi, Aitkin County
- Pine Island Lake 1.7 mi, Aitkin County
- Four Lake 1.7 mi, Aitkin County
- Hill Lake 1.8 mi, Aitkin County
- Three Lake 1.8 mi, Aitkin County
- Carlson Lake 2.1 mi, Aitkin County
Questions about Bachelor Lake
How deep is Bachelor Lake?
Bachelor Lake reaches a maximum depth of 47 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 56% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Bachelor Lake?
Bachelor Lake covers about 53.6 acres in Aitkin County, Minnesota.
How clear is Bachelor Lake?
Summer water clarity on Bachelor Lake averages 13.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Bachelor Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Bachelor Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Are there lake homes for sale on Bachelor Lake?
Homes on Bachelor Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Bachelor Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Bachelor Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 56% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 13.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Bachelor Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Bachelor Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Bachelor Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Aitkin County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2001), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.