Kimball Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Jenkins. DNR lake ID 18036100.
Kimball Lake is a 189.8-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Jenkins. Its deepest point reaches 77 ft, and about 19% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 18.2 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18036100 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Jenkins |
| Surface area | 189.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 77 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 19% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 18.2 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 9.8 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 2.9 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 18.2 ft, phosphorus 9.8 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 2.9 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Kimball Lake rates as oligotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Kimball Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2022 (4 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | gill | 0.83 | 1.0 to 5.0 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.33 | 0.2 to 0.7 |
| Northern pike | gill | 6.67 | 2.2 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 2.83 | 1.5 to 13.8 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.22 | 0.4 to 2.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.0 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.33 | 0.5 to 2.2 |
| Bluegill | gill | 13.17 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 17.22 | 7.7 to 43.4 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.83 | 0.5 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.0 | 0.4 to 1.5 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 6.67 | 1.3 to 10.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.67 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.67 | 1.4 to 5.9 |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.17 | 0.7 to 4.4 |
| Rock bass | trap | 1.22 | 0.8 to 3.7 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.67 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 7.0 | n/a |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 37.0 in (2022), Smallmouth bass 17.0 in (2022), Walleye 26.0 in (2022), Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2022).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Tullibee (cisco), Bowfin, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead.
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: Eurasian watermilfoil (listed 2007), zebra mussel (listed 2016).
Public boat access
- Kimball Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 6 trailer spaces. 6 mi W of Crosslake on Co Rd 16, then 0.5 mi S on Co Rd 39, then 0.75 mi W on Co Rd 120. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Strawberry Lake 0.7 mi, Crow Wing County
- Bass Lake 0.8 mi, Crow Wing County
- Grass Lake 1.0 mi, Crow Wing County
- Little Round Lake 1.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Ossawinnamakee Lake 1.3 mi, Crow Wing County
- Star Lake 1.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- Clear Lake 1.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- Little Star Lake 1.6 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Kimball Lake
How deep is Kimball Lake?
Kimball Lake reaches a maximum depth of 77 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 19% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Kimball Lake?
Kimball Lake covers about 189.8 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Kimball Lake?
Summer water clarity on Kimball Lake averages 18.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Kimball Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Kimball Lake for Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel.
What fish are in Kimball Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Kimball Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2022.
Where is the public boat access on Kimball Lake?
Kimball Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Kimball Lake.
How is the walleye population on Kimball Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1994 to 2022, walleye numbers on Kimball Lake ran mostly within the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
Are there lake homes for sale on Kimball Lake?
Homes on Kimball 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 Kimball Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Kimball Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 19% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 18.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Kimball Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Kimball Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Kimball Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Crow Wing County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2022), 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.