Batson Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. DNR lake ID 31070400.
Batson Lake is a 114.1-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. Its deepest point reaches 50 ft, and about 34% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 11.7 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. 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, tullibee (cisco).
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31070400 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Marcell |
| Surface area | 114.1 acres |
| Maximum depth | 50 ft |
| Mean depth | 20.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 34% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.7 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 11.7 ft.
Fishing on Batson Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2017 (9 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 | 1.75 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.83 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.25 | 0.5 to 2.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.5 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Bluegill | trap | 5.17 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.5 | 0.3 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.33 | 0.3 to 1.6 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 2.75 | 1.0 to 13.3 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.17 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.5 | 0.5 to 2.8 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 16.0 in (2017), Northern pike 35.0 in (2017).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Rock bass, Tullibee (cisco), Bowfin, 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
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Bevo Lake 1.2 mi, Itasca County
- Burns Lake 1.6 mi, Itasca County
- Cameron Lake 2.0 mi, Itasca County
- Lundeen Lake 2.1 mi, Itasca County
- Jack the Horse Lake 2.2 mi, Itasca County
- Little Dick Lake 2.3 mi, Itasca County
- Johnson Lake 2.3 mi, Itasca County
- Big Dick Lake 2.4 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Batson Lake
How deep is Batson Lake?
Batson Lake reaches a maximum depth of 50 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 34% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Batson Lake?
Batson Lake covers about 114.1 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Batson Lake?
Summer water clarity on Batson Lake averages 11.7 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Batson Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Batson 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 Batson Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, rock bass, tullibee (cisco), bowfin, white sucker in Batson Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2017.
Are there lake homes for sale on Batson Lake?
Homes on Batson 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 Batson Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Batson Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 34% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 11.7 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Batson Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Batson Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Batson 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 2017), 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.