City of Battle Lake, Minnesota

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Information on Battle Lake, Otter Tail County

The City of Battle Lake is located in the state of Minnesota, in Otter Tail County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below.
For all your administrative procedures, you can go to the City hall of Battle Lake at the address and schedules indicated on this page or contact the Town hall government by phone or by email depending on your preference or on the service's availability.

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Battle Lake City HALL, Otter Tail County

Battle Lake City Hall's addressBattle Lake Battle Lake Municipal Building
PO Box 386
Battle Lake MN 56515
United States
Phone number of Battle Lake City Hall+1 218-864-0424
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Battle Lake official websiteci.battle-lake.mn.us
Mayor of Battle Lake
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Common questions about Battle Lake

What county is Battle Lake MN in?

Battle Lake, MN is located in Otter Tail County

Where is Battle Lake, Minnesota ?

Battle Lake is situated in Otter Tail County, located in west-central Minnesota, United States. It lies approximately 22 miles southeast of Fergus Falls and is nestled within the glacial region known for its numerous lakes. The city is also situated roughly 170 miles northwest of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area.

What is the cost of living in Battle Lake MN ?

Battle Lake administrative division

Battle Lake building department, MN

If you're planning a construction project in Battle Lake, MN, obtaining the necessary permits is a vital first step. To initiate your request, you should contact the City Clerk’s office, which handles the permitting process. This is where you'll find detailed information about the associated costs and how long it typically takes to process your application. By reaching out directly, you can ensure you have all the necessary documentation ready to facilitate a smooth approval process.
If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Battle Lake's town hall or Otter Tail County authorities directly.

Demography of Battle Lake

Name of Battle Lake inhabitants (demonym)Not available
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
Population686 inhabitants404 / 7 725
Population density in Battle Lake466,3 pop/sq mi (180,1 pop/km²)

Events nearby

World of Outlaws Fergus Falls Showdown2025-06-26 at I-94 EMR Speedway
WE Fest2025-08-07 at WE Fest Country Music Festival at Soo Pass Ranch
MAD Summer Party2025-07-12 at Soo Pass Ranch
Javier Rosas en Long Prairie2025-06-06 at Chavez Event Center
Banda Carnaval y La Nueva Estrategia en Sauk Centre2025-06-29 at Stearns County Fairgrounds
OVERTIME: The Long Way Home Tour w/ KRIZZ KALIKO in Fargo/Dilworth2025-08-24 at TAK Music Venue
ZZ Top w/ The Wallflowers2025-06-10 at Bluestem Center for the Arts
The Avett Brothers2025-08-30 at Bluestem Center for the Arts
The Black Jacket Symphony Presents AC/DC's 'Back In Black'2025-11-13 at Fargo Theatre
Theo Von: Return Of The Rat2025-06-21 at Fargodome
Hozier - Unreal Unearth Tour 20252025-07-27 at Fargodome
Whiskey Myers - What We Were Born To Do Tour 20252025-06-12 at Scheels Arena
Chicago2025-06-14 at Scheels Arena
Bachman-Turner Overdrive and The Marshall Tucker Band2025-07-20 at Scheels Arena
Billy Strings2025-08-12 at Scheels Arena
Lee Brice: What You Know About That Tour 20252025-09-27 at Scheels Arena
Dylan Scott: Easy Does It Tour2025-10-25 at Scheels Arena
Kevin Gates - The Amilio Tour2025-11-09 at Scheels Arena
Dustin Lynch and Scotty McCreery: Two for the Road2025-12-05 at Scheels Arena
Tyler Hubbard2025-06-13 at Essentia Health Plaza at The Lights
Little Big Town2025-06-14 at Essentia Health Plaza at The Lights
Warren Zeiders2025-07-31 at Essentia Health Plaza at The Lights
Buckaroo - Country Nights At the Lights, August 22nd & 23rd, 20252025-08-23 at Essentia Health Plaza at The Lights
Bret Michaels2025-09-12 at Essentia Health Plaza at The Lights
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Kansas City Monarchs2025-06-02 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Kansas City Monarchs2025-06-03 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Kansas City Monarchs2025-06-04 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Kansas City Monarchs2025-06-05 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Lake Country DockHounds2025-06-13 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Lake Country DockHounds2025-06-14 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Lake Country DockHounds2025-06-15 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Sioux City Explorers2025-06-17 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Sioux City Explorers2025-06-18 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Sioux City Explorers2025-06-19 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Milwaukee Milkmen2025-06-23 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Milwaukee Milkmen2025-06-24 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Milwaukee Milkmen2025-06-25 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Milwaukee Milkmen2025-06-26 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Social Distortion (21+)2025-06-27 at UP District at Festival Field
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Winnipeg Goldeyes2025-07-04 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Winnipeg Goldeyes2025-07-05 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Winnipeg Goldeyes2025-07-06 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Sioux Falls Canaries2025-07-11 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Sioux Falls Canaries2025-07-12 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Sioux Falls Canaries2025-07-13 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Kansas City Monarchs2025-07-15 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Kansas City Monarchs2025-07-16 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Kansas City Monarchs2025-07-17 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Silversun Pickups2025-07-18 at Sanctuary Events Center
Trampled By Turtles w/ American Aquarium2025-07-19 at UP District at Festival Field
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Lincoln Saltdogs2025-07-25 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Sam Barber2025-07-26 at UP District at Festival Field
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Lincoln Saltdogs2025-07-26 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Lincoln Saltdogs2025-07-27 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Sierra Ferrell2025-07-28 at UP District at Festival Field
Fitz and the Tantrums w/ Ax and the Hatchetmen2025-08-03 at UP District at Festival Field
Rainbow Kitten Surprise2025-08-05 at UP District at Festival Field
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Lincoln Saltdogs2025-08-05 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Lincoln Saltdogs2025-08-06 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Lincoln Saltdogs2025-08-07 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Sioux City Explorers2025-08-12 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Clutch w/ Blacktop Mojo2025-08-12 at UP District at Festival Field
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Sioux City Explorers2025-08-13 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Sioux City Explorers2025-08-14 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Aaron Lewis2025-08-14 at UP District at Festival Field
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Cleburne Railroaders2025-08-15 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Cleburne Railroaders2025-08-16 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Cleburne Railroaders2025-08-17 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Gary Southshore Railcats2025-08-19 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Gary Southshore Railcats2025-08-20 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Gary Southshore Railcats2025-08-21 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Winnipeg Goldeyes2025-08-26 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Winnipeg Goldeyes2025-08-27 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks vs. Winnipeg Goldeyes2025-08-28 at Newman Outdoor Field NDSU
MANIA: The ABBA Tribute2026-02-19 at Fargo Theatre
Demolition Derby2025-07-05 at Red River Valley Fair
Monster Trucks2025-07-07 at Red River Valley Fair
Kane Brown2025-07-10 at Red River Valley Fair
Boyz II Men2025-07-12 at Red River Valley Fair
Lauren Daigle2025-07-13 at Red River Valley Fair
Ellingson Presents The Duel in the Dakotas2025-08-23 at Red River Valley Speedway

List of Passport Facilities in Battle Lake, MN

This City does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Battle Lake, MN
Name Street Phone number
OTTER TAIL COUNTY TREASURER570 FIR AVE W2189988295
GRANT COUNTY RECORDER10 - 2ND ST. NE2186858255
WADENA COUNTY PLANNING - ZONING415 JEFFERSON ST. S2186317604
USPO - ALEXANDRIA519 ELM ST3207633432
DOUGLAS COUNTY RECORDER305 - 8TH AVE. W.3207623877
BECKER COUNTY RECORDER915 LAKE AVE2188467304
USPO - DETROIT LAKES250 STATE ST. W.2188476230
WAHPETON MAIN POST OFFICE926 2ND AVENUE N7016422347
POPE COUNTY AUDITOR - TREASURER130 MINNESOTA AVE E3206347706
CITY OF LONG PRAIRIE615 LAKE ST. S3207322167
STEVENS COUNTY AUDITOR - TREASURER400 COLORADO AVE3202086570
HUBBARD COUNTY301 COURT AVE2187323452
USPO - PILLAGER123 CEDAR AVE E2187463180
USPO - MOORHEAD119 S FIFTH STREET2184222000
NDSU STUDY ABROAD1401 ADMINISTRATION AVEUNUE, MU 1167012317895

Top 3 most popular banks in Battle Lake

There are 1 bank branches in Battle Lake.
The First National Bank of Henning is the most popular bank in Battle Lake with 1 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Battle Lake:

Bank's name Number of branch offices Service Type
The First National Bank of Henning1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Battle Lake administrative numbers

Battle Lake City code2703970
Battle Lake City postcode56515

Toponymy and translation of Battle Lake

Japanese: バトル・レイクKazakh: Батл ЛэйкKorean: 배틀 레이크
Russian: Батл-Лейк  

Transportation modes in Battle Lake

Airport
Fergus Falls Municipal Airport 20.8 miles
Alexandria Municipal Airport 33 miles
Detroit Lakes Airport 38.1 miles

Battle Lake territory

Battle Lake area1,47 sq mi (3,81 km²)
Battle Lake altitude1 371 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 46.2861
Longitude: -95.7217
Latitude: 46° 17' 10'' North
Longitude: 95° 43' 18'' West
Time zone
UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago)
Summer time : UTC -5:00
Winter time : UTC -6:00
Local time
Natural parksBattle Lake isn't part of a natural park

What is Battle Lake close to?

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Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Nearby cities include: Clitherall, Underwood, Vining and Ottertail
UnderwoodUnderwoodOttertail
UnderwoodNeighbouring townsClitherall
DaltonClitherallClitherall
Clitherall 4.3 milesUnderwood 7.3 milesVining 9.3 miles
Ottertail 11.9 milesDalton 12.1 milesHenning 13.6 miles
Ashby 14.1 milesUrbank 15 milesRichville 15.9 miles
Fergus Falls 16.9 milesMillerville 17 milesDent 18.5 miles
Evansville 19.4 milesDeer Creek 20.4 milesElizabeth 20.6 miles
Parkers Prairie 20.9 milesErhard 22.4 milesPerham 22.8 miles
Brandon 22.9 milesNew York Mills 23.2 milesElbow Lake 24 miles

Distance between Battle Lake and other main cities and towns

Los Angeles : 1461 milesHouston : 1142 milesPhiladelphia : 1122 miles
Phoenix : 1231 milesSan Antonio : 1174 milesSan Diego : 1466 miles
Dallas : 935 milesSan Jose : 1474 milesJacksonville : 1337 miles
Indianapolis : 660 miles closestSan Francisco : 1514 milesAustin : 1111 miles
Columbus : 775 milesFort Worth : 938 milesCharlotte : 1090 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Schools in Battle Lake, MN

Elementary schools in Battle Lake

Battle Lake Elementary

District of Battle Lake Public School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 224

High schools in Battle Lake

Battle Lake Secondary

District of Battle Lake Public School District
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 12
Students : 227

Leisure and activities in Battle Lake surrounding area

Golf course
Balmoral Golf CourseStalker Lake Golf Course
to Dalton 12.3 miles
Pebble Lake Golf Club
to Fergus Falls 16.9 miles