Bass Lake
Aitkin County, Minnesota, near Swatara. DNR lake ID 01019500.
Bass Lake is a 120.3-acre lake in Aitkin County, Minnesota, near Swatara. Its deepest point reaches 42 ft, and about 74% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 5.3 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 01019500 |
|---|---|
| County | Aitkin County, near Swatara |
| Surface area | 120.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 42 ft |
| Mean depth | 7.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 74% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 5.3 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 5.3 ft.
Fishing on Bass Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2004 (22 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 | 2.25 | 4.5 to 11.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.62 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.0 | 2.5 to 24.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 4.5 | 1.0 to 11.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 12.62 | 1.2 to 4.8 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.75 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 15.25 | 4.9 to 49.8 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.25 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.25 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.88 | 1.7 to 10.3 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.25 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 3.62 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 34.0 in (2004), Largemouth bass 6.0 in (2004).
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
- Otter Lake 1.6 mi, Aitkin County
- McKinney Lake 2.0 mi, Aitkin County
- Little McKinney Lake 2.4 mi, Aitkin County
- White Elk Lake 2.7 mi, Aitkin County
- Edna Lake 2.8 mi, Aitkin County
- Egg Lake 6.2 mi, Cass County
- Starry Lake 6.4 mi, Aitkin County
- Little Pine Lake 6.4 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Bass Lake
How deep is Bass Lake?
Bass Lake reaches a maximum depth of 42 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 74% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Bass Lake?
Bass Lake covers about 120.3 acres in Aitkin County, Minnesota.
How clear is Bass Lake?
Summer water clarity on Bass Lake averages 5.3 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Bass Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Bass 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 Bass Lake?
Homes on Bass 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 Bass Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Bass Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 74% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 5.3 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Bass Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Bass Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Bass 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 2004), 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.