Bass Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Cohasset. DNR lake ID 31057600.
Bass Lake is a 2,715-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Cohasset. Its deepest point reaches 76 ft, and about 46% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 13.1 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for zebra mussel. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31057600 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Cohasset |
| Surface area | 2,715 acres |
| Maximum depth | 76 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 46% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 13.1 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 15.9 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 5.0 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 3 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 13.1 ft, phosphorus 15.9 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 5.0 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Bass Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Bass Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2021 (5 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 | 4.2 | 1.3 to 5.5 |
| Northern pike | gill | 6.8 | 3.1 to 8.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.36 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 7.13 | 2.5 to 24.2 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.64 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.47 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.5 | 0.7 to 3.2 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.8 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 5.0 | 5.6 to 42.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.07 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.5 | 0.3 to 1.1 |
| Smallmouth bass | gill | 2.67 | 0.2 to 1.0 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 1.07 | 0.7 to 6.5 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.4 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.79 | 1.7 to 8.2 |
| Rock bass | gill | 3.2 | 0.3 to 2.0 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.64 | 0.6 to 2.5 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.07 | n/a |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 31.0 in (2021), Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2021), Walleye 26.0 in (2021), Smallmouth bass 20.0 in (2021).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Tullibee (cisco), Bowfin, White sucker, 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
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: zebra mussel (listed 2025).
Public boat access
- Bass Lake (W): 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 3 trailer spaces. 5 mi NW of Cohasset on Cnty Rd 227, then .75 mi N on Cnty Rd 240 to W shore. Directions
- Bass Lake (NE): 1 natural launch ramp, 3 trailer spaces. 10 miles northwest of Grand Rapids, on the northwest shore of Bass Lake. Directions
- Bass Lake (SW): 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 2 trailer spaces. 1 mi N of Cohasset on Cnty Rd 227 to S shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Loon Lake 2.4 mi, Itasca County
- Stevens Lake 2.7 mi, Itasca County
- Little Bass Lake 3.0 mi, Itasca County
- Clarke Lake 3.3 mi, Itasca County
- Blackwater Lake 3.8 mi, Itasca County
- Shoal Lake 3.9 mi, Itasca County
- Mud Lake 4.0 mi, Itasca County
- Forsythe Lake 4.0 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Bass Lake
How deep is Bass Lake?
Bass Lake reaches a maximum depth of 76 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 46% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Bass Lake?
Bass Lake covers about 2,715 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Bass Lake?
Summer water clarity on Bass Lake averages 13.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Bass Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Bass Lake for zebra mussel.
What fish are in Bass Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Bass Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2021.
Where is the public boat access on Bass Lake?
Bass Lake has 3 public water access sites on DNR record: Bass Lake (W); Bass Lake (NE); Bass Lake (SW).
How is the walleye population on Bass Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1993 to 2021, walleye numbers on 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 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?
Big water with room for long boat rides and wake sports, about 46% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 13.1 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 2021), 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.