The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (upper arm) is open for everyone; the other 4 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Ball Club Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota · about 4,230 acres (6.6 sq mi)
41°F water, calm this morning.
About Ball Club Lake
In Itasca County, Minnesota, Ball Club Lake covers about 4,230 acres.
It stretches about 5 miles end to end and its shoreline adds up to about 14.4 miles. At about 1,270 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. The nearest town, Cohasset, is about 14 miles southeast.
- Size
- About 4,230 acres (6.6 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 14.4 miles
- End to end
- About 5 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,270 ft
- County
- Itasca County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Good
- 6:45 am – 9:00 amsunrise · wind 0 mph
- 3:30 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 0 mph
Sunday Good
- 6:45 am – 9:00 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 4:15 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
For a lake of this size in Minnesota, walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, yellow perch and bluegill and sunfish are the fish to expect. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. At 41°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodWalleye
Good cool-water bite, best at dusk and after dark.
- GoodNorthern pike
Prime range. Weed edges and shallow bays.
- SlowLargemouth bass
Cold and sluggish. Fish slow and deep near steep banks.
- GoodYellow perch
Schooled near weed edges and soft bottom.
- SlowBluegill and sunfish
Cold. Deep and hard to tempt. Use tiny baits.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Upper arm
The lake narrows toward the incoming river or creek; moving water carries food.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
4 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
Open water
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:17 am · sunset 4:41 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Ball Club Lake
- Cohassetabout 14 mi southeast
- Grand Rapidsabout 19 mi southeast
- Coleraineabout 22 mi east
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Questions about Ball Club Lake
What fish are in Ball Club Lake?
Lakes like Ball Club Lake usually hold walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, yellow perch and bluegill and sunfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Ball Club Lake?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Ball Club Lake?
About 4,230 acres, with about 14.4 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Ball Club Lake?
Cohasset is about 14 miles southeast; Grand Rapids is about 19 miles southeast.
What is the water temperature at Ball Club Lake today?
The surface was about 41°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Ball Club Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.