Big Bass Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota. DNR lake ID 04013200.
Big Bass Lake is a 384-acre lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota. Its deepest point reaches 17 ft. Summer water clarity averages 10.7 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 04013200 |
|---|---|
| County | Beltrami County |
| Surface area | 384 acres |
| Maximum depth | 17 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.7 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 15.6 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 5.0 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| 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 10.7 ft, phosphorus 15.6 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 5.0 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Big Bass Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 5. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
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
- Big Bass Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 5 trailer spaces. 6 mi NE of Bemidji on Cnty Rd 20 then 1.5 mi S on Big Bass Lake Rd to S shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Little Bass Lake 1.4 mi, Beltrami County
- Lake Bemidji 3.3 mi, Beltrami County
- Bemidji (main lake) 3.6 mi, Beltrami County
- Little Gnat Lake 3.6 mi, Beltrami County
- Beltrami Lake 4.4 mi, Beltrami County
- Turtle River 4.5 mi, Beltrami County
- Long Lake 4.9 mi, Beltrami County
- Movil Lake 5.3 mi, Beltrami County
Questions about Big Bass Lake
How deep is Big Bass Lake?
Big Bass Lake reaches a maximum depth of 17 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Big Bass Lake?
Big Bass Lake covers about 384 acres in Beltrami County, Minnesota.
How clear is Big Bass Lake?
Summer water clarity on Big Bass Lake averages 10.7 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Big Bass Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Big 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.
Where is the public boat access on Big Bass Lake?
Big Bass Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Big Bass Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Big Bass Lake?
Homes on Big 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 Big Bass Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Big Bass Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, and summer clarity around 10.7 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Big Bass Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5.
Ask us about Big Bass Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Beltrami County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest not on record), 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.