Pug Hole Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Outing. DNR lake ID 18020900.
Pug Hole Lake is a 46.7-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Outing. Its deepest point reaches 30 ft, and about 28% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 13.8 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. The DNR lists it for zebra mussel.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18020900 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Outing |
| Surface area | 46.7 acres |
| Maximum depth | 30 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 28% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 13.8 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 13.8 ft.
Fishing on Pug Hole Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1983 (43 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 1.5 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 2.5 | 1.5 to 23.0 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 2.5 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.0 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 83.5 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.5 | 0.3 to 1.5 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 2.5 | 1.0 to 13.3 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 18.5 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 2.5 | n/a |
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: zebra mussel (listed 2025).
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Allen Lake 0.8 mi, Crow Wing County
- Blue Lake 1.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- Wood Lake 1.3 mi, Crow Wing County
- Anna Lake 1.7 mi, Crow Wing County
- Mitchell Lake 2.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- Little Emily Lake 2.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- Butterfield Lake 2.7 mi, Crow Wing County
- Papoose Lake 2.7 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Pug Hole Lake
How deep is Pug Hole Lake?
Pug Hole Lake reaches a maximum depth of 30 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 28% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Pug Hole Lake?
Pug Hole Lake covers about 46.7 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Pug Hole Lake?
Summer water clarity on Pug Hole Lake averages 13.8 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, about 28% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 13.8 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?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Pug Hole Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Pug Hole 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 1983), 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.