Access Site
MN
Busties Lake State Water Access Site
City: Effie, MN
County: Itasca County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 47.86095337, -93.49912113
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Bowerman Brook near Craigville MN
8 mi away
Big Fork River near Bigfork, MN
9.3 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
**Location & Overview**
Busties Lake is a 245-acre lake located near Effie in Itasca County, Minnesota. The public boat ramp provides convenient access for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to explore this scenic north-central Minnesota lake. There are no launch fees at this access point.
**Lake Characteristics**
With a maximum depth of 44 feet, Busties Lake offers good water conditions for paddling and boating. The lake supports a healthy fishery including walleye, northern pike, largemouth and smallmouth bass, bluegill, and perch, making it popular with anglers. Standard recreational boat ramps can typically accommodate 12-18 foot boats, though capacity may vary.
**Getting Started**
This is a straightforward public access point suitable for paddlers of various skill levels. Before launching, check current conditions and water levels through local resources. The lake's size and depth make it suitable for day trips and recreational paddling, offering a good balance of accessible water for both beginners and experienced paddlers.
Busties Lake is a 245-acre lake located near Effie in Itasca County, Minnesota. The public boat ramp provides convenient access for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to explore this scenic north-central Minnesota lake. There are no launch fees at this access point.
**Lake Characteristics**
With a maximum depth of 44 feet, Busties Lake offers good water conditions for paddling and boating. The lake supports a healthy fishery including walleye, northern pike, largemouth and smallmouth bass, bluegill, and perch, making it popular with anglers. Standard recreational boat ramps can typically accommodate 12-18 foot boats, though capacity may vary.
**Getting Started**
This is a straightforward public access point suitable for paddlers of various skill levels. Before launching, check current conditions and water levels through local resources. The lake's size and depth make it suitable for day trips and recreational paddling, offering a good balance of accessible water for both beginners and experienced paddlers.