Otter Tail County · 1,978 acres
East Battle Lake homes for sale
At roughly 1,978 acres and 87 feet at its deepest, East Battle Lake is a Otter Tail County lake where shoreline comes up for sale. Anglers come for walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and black crappie, and Henning is the nearest town for supplies.
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The lake
About East Battle Lake
East Battle Lake lies east of Battle Lake near Vining and Henning. It is 1,978 acres and 87 feet deep with one DNR concrete ramp.
East Battle Lake is the smallest of the 8 Otter Tail County lakes on this site, and Otter Tail Lake is the largest. About 42% of it is under 15 feet deep, the DNR's littoral zone where most aquatic plants grow, and the rest is deeper water.
From the middle of East Battle Lake, as the crow flies, it is about 6 miles to Henning. Janet's office in Alexandria is 29 miles to the south.
East Battle Lake facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Surface area | 1,978 acres |
| Maximum depth | 87 feet |
| Littoral (under 15 ft) | 42% |
| Shoreline | 13.7 miles |
| Public access | Yes, 1 DNR-listed access |
| Fish species (DNR survey) | walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and black crappie |
| Invasive species (DNR) | zebra mussel |
| County | Otter Tail County |
| Nearest town | Henning |
| Drive from Alexandria | about 38 mi to Henning, 45 minutes |
| DNR lake ID | 56-0138-00 |
Figures from the Minnesota DNR LakeFinder, pulled 2026-09-22.
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What to know
Janet on the lakes
Shoreline on East Battle Lake ranges from sand and gravel to reeds and cattails. The type of frontage changes both the price and what a dock can do.
The buying a lake home guide covers docks, septic, shoreland rules and financing in more detail.
We were in the market for a cabin and met Janet, with our first visit to a cabin we were interested in. Janet worked tirelessly to help us find a place that met our requirements. She was extremely knowledgeable of lakes, homes and their backgrounds. I would recommend Janet for any real estate needs.
Track record
Janet's sales near East Battle Lake
Of the homes Home Match Realty listed and sold, the closest to East Battle Lake is in Henning, about 6 miles from the lake as the crow flies. The next closest are in Alexandria (20 miles) and Miltona (21 miles).
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Talk to Janet
What would make East Battle Lake right for you?
To see what is for sale on East Battle Lake, call or text Janet at (320) 219-2488 and she will line up showings around your schedule.
If you are selling lakeshore, start with the selling a lake home guide or the home value form.
FAQ
Questions about East Battle Lake
Is there public access on East Battle Lake?
The Minnesota DNR lists public access at one point on East Battle Lake.
What fish are in East Battle Lake?
The DNR's surveys of East Battle Lake list walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and black crappie. The DNR has also confirmed zebra mussels in the lake. Its DNR lake ID is 56-0138-00, and its LakeFinder page has the survey reports.
How deep is East Battle Lake?
East Battle Lake reaches 87 feet at its deepest and covers about 1,978 acres, with 13.7 miles of shoreline. That makes it the fourth-deepest of the 8 Otter Tail County lakes on this site.
Can I put in a dock and a lift on East Battle Lake?
Usually yes, within Minnesota DNR rules on dock size and placement and any Otter Tail County or association limits. Existing docks and lifts are negotiated in the purchase agreement, so say what you want included.
Ready when you are
Talk to Janet about East Battle Lake
Shoreline moves fast in spring. A short call now puts you first in line.