Bassett Lake
Black Crappie • Kelp Bass • Northern Pike and 2 more species
Bassett Lake is a serene getaway for anglers and nature enthusiasts alike. Located in Northern Minnesota, the lake is home to a variety of fish species including walleye, northern pike, smallmouth bass, and crappie. Nearby activities include hiking, wildlife viewing, and boating. For fishing tips, anglers should use live bait or artificial lures and focus on fishing near weed beds or drop-offs. The best time to visit is from May to September when the average temperature ranges from 50°F to 75°F. Get driving directions.
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Fish Species
Black Crappie
Crappies are members of the sunfish and the black bass family.
Kelp Bass
The kelp bass, a member of a large group of seabasses, which inhabit the eastern Pacific, is a robust fish ...
Northern Pike
The northern pike is a holarctic species, meaning that it occurs around the world in northern, or Arctic waters.
Smallmouth Bass
There is no doubt that the smallmouth bass rivals the largemouth in popularity.
Walleye
The walleye is a wide-ranging, North American species that occurs virtually everywhere on the mainland.
Area Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge | Discharge |
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Old Mans Creek Near Iowa City | 22 cfs / 1.65 ft |
Cedar River At Cedar Rapids | 1,770 cfs / 3.45 ft |
Walnut Creek Near Hartwick | 3 cfs / 1.20 ft |
Iowa River Near Belle Plaine | 610 cfs / 6.28 ft |
Iowa River At Marengo | 500 cfs / 6.36 ft |
Salt Creek Near Elberon | 20 cfs / 5.56 ft |
Richland Creek Near Haven | 1 cfs / 10.23 ft |