Bass Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Togo. DNR lake ID 31031600.
Bass Lake is a 121.7-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Togo. Its deepest point reaches 65 ft, and about 27% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 18.0 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 northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31031600 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Togo |
| Surface area | 121.7 acres |
| Maximum depth | 65 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 27% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 18.0 ft through 2021 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 7.6 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 2.7 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 18.0 ft, phosphorus 7.6 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 2.7 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Bass Lake rates as oligotrophic.
Fishing on Bass Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2020 (6 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 | 5.5 | 2.0 to 8.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.2 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.25 | 1.5 to 18.5 |
| Bluegill | gill | 10.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 10.8 | 7.9 to 37.7 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 4.5 | 0.5 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.6 | 0.5 to 2.0 |
| Smallmouth bass | gill | 4.5 | 0.5 to 3.6 |
| Rock bass | gill | 4.5 | 0.6 to 4.5 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Smallmouth bass 20.0 in (2020), Largemouth bass 20.0 in (2020), Northern pike 36.0 in (2020).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Rock bass, White sucker.
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
- Bass Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 3 trailer spaces. From Effie, 11 miles east on MN Highway #1, then 1 mile south. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Duck Lake 0.5 mi, Itasca County
- Sucker Lake 0.8 mi, Itasca County
- Erskine Lake 1.3 mi, Itasca County
- Larson Lake 1.7 mi, Itasca County
- Coon Lake 3.0 mi, Itasca County
- Pickerel Lake 3.2 mi, Itasca County
- Deer Lake 3.5 mi, Itasca County
- Little Coon Lake 3.8 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Bass Lake
How deep is Bass Lake?
Bass Lake reaches a maximum depth of 65 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 27% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Bass Lake?
Bass Lake covers about 121.7 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Bass Lake?
Summer water clarity on Bass Lake averages 18.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2021. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
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.
What fish are in Bass Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, bluegill, yellow perch, rock bass, white sucker in Bass Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2020.
Where is the public boat access on Bass Lake?
Bass Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Bass Lake.
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 27% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 18.0 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 Itasca County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2020), 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.