Big Bass Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Akeley. DNR lake ID 29003200.
Big Bass Lake is a 132.5-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Akeley. Its deepest point reaches 60 ft, and about 39% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 20.2 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. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 29003200 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Akeley |
| Surface area | 132.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 60 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 39% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 20.2 ft through 2021 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 5.6 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 2.2 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| 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 2021: clarity 20.2 ft, phosphorus 5.6 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 2.2 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Big Bass Lake rates as oligotrophic.
Fishing on Big Bass Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2016 (10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | gill | 2.67 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.67 | 0.2 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 0.5 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Bluegill | trap | 19.78 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.17 | 0.3 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.78 | 0.3 to 1.6 |
| Smallmouth bass | gill | 0.83 | 0.3 to 1.1 |
| Smallmouth bass | trap | 0.44 | 0.3 to 2.9 |
| Rock bass | gill | 4.17 | 0.5 to 2.0 |
| Rock bass | trap | 8.0 | 0.5 to 2.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 5.67 | n/a |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Walleye 24.0 in (2016), Northern pike 31.0 in (2016), Largemouth bass 19.0 in (2016), Smallmouth bass 18.0 in (2016).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, White sucker, Yellow 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
- Big Bass Lake: 1 gravel launch ramp, 3 trailer spaces. From Akeley, .2 mi E on Hwy 34, then .9 mi N on Hwy 64, then 1.2 mi E on Co Rd 23, then .2 on Twp Rd Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Eleventh Crow Wing Lake 1.8 mi, Hubbard County
- Alice Lake 2.1 mi, Cass County
- Shingobee Lake 2.2 mi, Hubbard County
- Ten Lake 2.8 mi, Cass County
- Howard Lake 3.4 mi, Cass County
- Anway Lake 3.5 mi, Cass County
- Fifth Lake 3.7 mi, Cass County
- Million Lake 3.8 mi, Cass County
Questions about Big Bass Lake
How deep is Big Bass Lake?
Big Bass Lake reaches a maximum depth of 60 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 39% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Big Bass Lake?
Big Bass Lake covers about 132.5 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Big Bass Lake?
Summer water clarity on Big Bass Lake averages 20.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2021. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
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.
What fish are in Big Bass Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, green sunfish in Big Bass Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2016.
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.
How is the walleye population on Big Bass Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1990 to 2016, walleye numbers on Big Bass Lake ran mostly within the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
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?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 39% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 20.2 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?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Big Bass Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Big Bass Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Hubbard County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2016), 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.