Douglas County · 1,186 acres
Lake Chippewa homes for sale
Buyers looking at Lake Chippewa are looking at about 1,186 acres of water in Douglas County, 95 feet deep at the deepest point. The fishing is mostly walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and black crappie, and the nearest towns are Brandon and Garfield.
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The lake
About Lake Chippewa
Lake Chippewa sits at the city of Brandon in western Douglas County. It is 1,186 acres and 95 feet deep, with one DNR concrete ramp.
Not to be confused with Little Chippewa Lake (271 acres, DOW 21-0212-00) immediately to the west.
Lake Chippewa is the eighth-largest of the 24 Douglas County lakes on this site, and Lake Osakis is the largest. About 46% 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 Lake Chippewa, as the crow flies, it is about 3 miles to Brandon and 5 miles to Garfield. Janet's office in Alexandria is 11 miles to the southeast.
Lake Chippewa facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Surface area | 1,186 acres |
| Maximum depth | 95 feet |
| Littoral (under 15 ft) | 46% |
| Shoreline | 14.2 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 | Douglas County |
| Nearest town | Brandon |
| Drive from Alexandria | about 15 mi to Brandon, 15 minutes |
| DNR lake ID | 21-0145-00 |
Figures from the Minnesota DNR LakeFinder, pulled 2026-09-22.
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What to know
Janet on the lakes
Shoreland rules on Lake Chippewa follow the lake's DNR classification and the Douglas County ordinance, which set setbacks and lot widths. Check those before planning an addition or a rebuild near the water.
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 Lake Chippewa
Of the homes Home Match Realty listed and sold, the closest to Lake Chippewa is in Alexandria, about 6 miles from the lake as the crow flies. Two more are in Alexandria (10 and 11 miles).
The Broker Reciprocity logo marks sold data supplied by NorthstarMLS through its Broker Reciprocity program. Data believed to be accurate but should be independently verified. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS.
Talk to Janet
What would make Lake Chippewa right for you?
Tell Janet what you want on Lake Chippewa: year-round or seasonal, how much frontage, and your budget. She will watch NorthstarMLS for you and call when a fit comes up.
If you are selling lakeshore, start with the selling a lake home guide or the home value form.
FAQ
Questions about Lake Chippewa
Is there public access on Lake Chippewa?
The Minnesota DNR lists public access at one point on Lake Chippewa.
What fish are in Lake Chippewa?
The DNR's surveys of Lake Chippewa list walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and black crappie. The DNR has also confirmed zebra mussels in the lake. Its DNR lake ID is 21-0145-00, and its LakeFinder page has the survey reports.
How deep is Lake Chippewa?
Lake Chippewa reaches 95 feet at its deepest and covers about 1,186 acres, with 14.2 miles of shoreline. That makes it the fifth-deepest of the 24 Douglas County lakes on this site.
How fast do Lake Chippewa properties sell?
Lakeshore is limited, so good properties can move quickly in spring and summer. Rather than quote an average, Janet will pull the current sold and active data for Lake Chippewa when you ask.
Ready when you are
Talk to Janet about Lake Chippewa
Shoreline moves fast in spring. A short call now puts you first in line.