Whipple Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Baxter. DNR lake ID 18038700.
Whipple Lake is a 301.4-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Baxter. Its deepest point reaches 28.7 ft, and about 98% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 9.6 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. DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18038700 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Baxter |
| Surface area | 301.4 acres |
| Maximum depth | 28.7 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 98% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 9.6 ft through 2020 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 10.8 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.6 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 2020: clarity 9.6 ft, phosphorus 10.8 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.6 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Whipple Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Whipple 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 | 14.25 | 3.5 to 8.9 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.17 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.25 | 1.0 to 10.3 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.33 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Black crappie | gill | 9.0 | 1.0 to 3.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.5 | 0.8 to 4.0 |
| Bluegill | gill | 4.75 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 25.17 | 9.5 to 57.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 2.0 | 0.4 to 1.6 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.5 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.75 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.83 | 1.5 to 6.8 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.5 | 0.4 to 1.7 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.5 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 19.0 in (2022), Smallmouth bass 15.0 in (2003), Northern pike 32.0 in (2022).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, 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
- Whipple Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 6 trailer spaces. In Baxter, at the West end of Clearwater Road. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- White Sand Lake 1.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- Red Sand Lake 1.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- Stephens Lake 2.0 mi, Cass County
- Perch Lake 2.7 mi, Crow Wing County
- Dade Lake 2.9 mi, Cass County
- Bass Lake 3.7 mi, Crow Wing County
- Mud Lake 4.0 mi, Crow Wing County
- Wise Lake 4.0 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Whipple Lake
How deep is Whipple Lake?
Whipple Lake reaches a maximum depth of 28.7 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 98% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Whipple Lake?
Whipple Lake covers about 301.4 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Whipple Lake?
Summer water clarity on Whipple Lake averages 9.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2020. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Whipple Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Whipple 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 Whipple Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, yellow bullhead, brown bullhead in Whipple Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2022.
Where is the public boat access on Whipple Lake?
Whipple Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Whipple Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Whipple Lake?
Homes on Whipple 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 Whipple Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Whipple Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 98% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 9.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Whipple Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Whipple Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Whipple Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Crow Wing 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.