Bass Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Dunvilla. DNR lake ID 56077000.
Bass Lake is a 53-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Dunvilla. Summer water clarity averages 16.7 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for flowering rush, zebra mussel.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 56077000 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County, near Dunvilla |
| Surface area | 53 acres |
| Maximum depth | Not surveyed |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 16.7 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 15.8 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 2.7 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | flowering rush, zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 16.7 ft, phosphorus 15.8 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 2.7 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Bass Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
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: flowering rush (listed 2018), zebra mussel (listed 2009).
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Fish Lake 0.5 mi, Otter Tail County
- Pelican Lake 1.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Lizzie (north portion) Lake 2.9 mi, Otter Tail County
- Little Pelican Lake 3.4 mi, Otter Tail County
- Franklin Lake 3.4 mi, Otter Tail County
- Tamarac Lake 3.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- Lizzie Lake 3.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- Sand Lake 3.9 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Bass Lake
How big is Bass Lake?
Bass Lake covers about 53 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Bass Lake?
Summer water clarity on Bass Lake averages 16.7 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 flowering rush, zebra mussel.
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, and summer clarity around 16.7 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on 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 Otter Tail County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest not on record), 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.