Pug Hole Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Pennington. DNR lake ID 04000300.
Pug Hole Lake is an 85-acre lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Pennington. Summer water clarity averages 10.2 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. The DNR lists it for zebra mussel.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 04000300 |
|---|---|
| County | Beltrami County, near Pennington |
| Surface area | 85 acres |
| Maximum depth | Not surveyed |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.2 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 10.2 ft.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 5. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: zebra mussel (listed 2014).
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Kitchi Lake 1.6 mi, Beltrami County
- Buck Lake 1.9 mi, Beltrami County
- Little Rice Lake 2.3 mi, Beltrami County
- Lost Lake 3.3 mi, Beltrami County
- Ten Lake 3.4 mi, Beltrami County
- Big Rice Lake 3.6 mi, Beltrami County
- Schram Lake 3.7 mi, Beltrami County
- Popple Lake 3.9 mi, Beltrami County
Questions about Pug Hole Lake
How big is Pug Hole Lake?
Pug Hole Lake covers about 85 acres in Beltrami County, Minnesota.
How clear is Pug Hole Lake?
Summer water clarity on Pug Hole Lake averages 10.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Pug Hole Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Pug Hole Lake for zebra mussel.
Are there lake homes for sale on Pug Hole Lake?
Homes on Pug Hole Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Pug Hole Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Pug Hole Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 10.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Pug Hole Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5.
Ask us about Pug Hole Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Beltrami County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest not on record), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.