Big Bass Lake (west basin)

Details

DNR lake ID

04013201

County

Beltrami

Nearest town (DNR)

Lavinia (Beltrami)

Special regulation

Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass: All from 14-20" must be immediately released. One over 20" allowed in possession.

Special regulation

Sunfish: Daily limit five.

Eating advice, general populations

bullhead: all sizes - 1 serving/week

Public access

Yes

Lake-specific eating advice

Yes

Sources

• Minnesota DNR LakeFinder
  Checked September 24, 2026
• Minnesota Department of Health fish consumption guidelines
  Checked September 24, 2026

Survey catches show what DNR nets and electrofishing found on the survey date, not how the fishing is today. Check the current regulations and the Department of Health advice before you keep fish, and confirm access conditions before you tow a boat.