Shipman Lake
Becker County, Minnesota, near Osage. DNR lake ID 03000500.
Shipman Lake is a 60.9-acre lake in Becker County, Minnesota, near Osage. Its deepest point reaches 55 ft, and about 26% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 12.3 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 03000500 |
|---|---|
| County | Becker County, near Osage |
| Surface area | 60.9 acres |
| Maximum depth | 55 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 26% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.3 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 12.3 ft.
Fishing on Shipman Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2022 (4 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 | 2.0 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.11 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.0 | 1.5 to 23.0 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.67 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Bluegill | gill | 6.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 19.67 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.5 | 0.3 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.33 | 0.3 to 1.6 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.67 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.11 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 21.0 in (2022), Largemouth bass 15.0 in (2022).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Bowfin, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
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
- Shipman Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 1 dock, 8 trailer spaces. 5 miles south of Osage, off County Road 125, on the south shhore of Shipman Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Blueberry Lake 1.2 mi, Becker County
- Knutson Lake 1.3 mi, Becker County
- Brush Lake 2.9 mi, Hubbard County
- Straight Lake 6.6 mi, Becker County
- Lord Lake 6.7 mi, Hubbard County
- Moran Lake 7.0 mi, Hubbard County
- Blueberry Lake 7.6 mi, Wadena County
- Hinds Lake 7.9 mi, Hubbard County
Questions about Shipman Lake
How deep is Shipman Lake?
Shipman Lake reaches a maximum depth of 55 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 26% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Shipman Lake?
Shipman Lake covers about 60.9 acres in Becker County, Minnesota.
How clear is Shipman Lake?
Summer water clarity on Shipman Lake averages 12.3 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Shipman Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Shipman 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.
What fish are in Shipman Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, bowfin, yellow bullhead, brown bullhead in Shipman Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2022.
Where is the public boat access on Shipman Lake?
Shipman Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Shipman Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Shipman Lake?
Homes on Shipman 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 Shipman Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Shipman Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 26% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 12.3 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Shipman Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Shipman Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Shipman Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Becker County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2022), 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.