Bass
A 131-acre lake near Marble in Itasca County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1986.
Fish Species (10)
Typical numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.8 per trap net · typical 1.1–4.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 1986 | 1.00 | - | 0.07 lbs |
| Jul 7, 1986 | 2.75 | - | 0.25 lbs |
| Jul 9, 1979 | 2.67 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 14.0 per gill net · typical 0.5–4.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 1986 | 14.00 | - | 0.20 lbs |
| Jul 7, 1986 | 1.00 | - | 0.68 lbs |
| Jul 9, 1979 | 15.00 | - | 0.23 lbs |
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.5–1.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 1986 | 0.75 | - | 1.20 lbs |
| Jul 7, 1986 | 0.25 | - | 1.20 lbs |
| Jul 9, 1979 | 0.75 | - | 0.87 lbs |
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.3 per gill net · typical 2–8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 1986 | 7.25 | - | 2.09 lbs |
| Jul 7, 1986 | 0.50 | - | 2.15 lbs |
| Jul 9, 1979 | 11.67 | - | 2.00 lbs |
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 23.3 per trap net · typical 7.9–37.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 1986 | 9.25 | - | 0.09 lbs |
| Jul 7, 1986 | 23.25 | - | 0.14 lbs |
| Jul 9, 1979 | 28.25 | - | 0.18 lbs |
Large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 0.5–1.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 1986 | 2.00 | - | 0.96 lbs |
| Jul 7, 1986 | 0.25 | - | 0.40 lbs |
| Jul 9, 1979 | 2.25 | - | 1.39 lbs |
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.8 per gill net · typical 1.5–18.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 1986 | 0.25 | - | 0.20 lbs |
| Jul 7, 1986 | 1.75 | - | 0.13 lbs |
| Jul 9, 1979 | 2.00 | - | 0.13 lbs |
Other species in this lake (3)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.3 per trap net · typical 2–8.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 1986 | 11.00 | - | 0.50 lbs |
| Jul 7, 1986 | 8.25 | - | 0.49 lbs |
Large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per gill net · typical 0.3–1.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 1986 | 0.25 | - | 1.50 lbs |
| Jul 9, 1979 | 1.67 | - | 0.56 lbs |
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per gill net · typical 0.3–1.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 1986 | 0.25 | - | 0.70 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 7, 1986NORTHERN PIKE AND BLUEGILL ABUNDANCE REMAINS AT A HIGH LEVEL. YELLOW PERCH NUMBERS ARE LOW. ALL OTHER SPECIES ARE WITHIN NORMAL LIMITS FOR THIS TYPE O…
NORTHERN PIKE AND BLUEGILL ABUNDANCE REMAINS AT A HIGH LEVEL. YELLOW PERCH NUMBERS ARE LOW. ALL OTHER SPECIES ARE WITHIN NORMAL LIMITS FOR THIS TYPE OF LAKE.
July 9, 1979N Pike and Bluegill populations are considerably higher than state and local medians. All other fish populations are within normal limits for this typ…
N Pike and Bluegill populations are considerably higher than state and local medians. All other fish populations are within normal limits for this type of lake.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Bass?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Pumpkinseed, Black Crappie, Rock Bass, Northern Pike, and Bluegill in Bass. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Bass?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Bass. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Bass?
Bass has a maximum depth of 43 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Bass last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Bass is from 1986. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Bass have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Bass in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 130.52 acres
- Max Depth
- 43 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.08 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed