Brush Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. DNR lake ID 29031000.
Brush Lake is a 79.6-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. Its deepest point reaches 17 ft, and about 98% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 12.6 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 29031000 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Park Rapids |
| Surface area | 79.6 acres |
| Maximum depth | 17 ft |
| Mean depth | 8.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 98% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.6 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 12.6 ft.
Fishing on Brush Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2005 (21 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 | 5.0 | 2.8 to 10.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.11 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 6.0 | 1.5 to 7.5 |
| Black crappie | trap | 3.22 | 1.9 to 13.0 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 2.0 | 0.9 to 4.3 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 4.67 | 0.3 to 1.9 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 7.0 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.22 | 0.8 to 7.2 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 36.0 in (2005), Largemouth bass 16.0 in (2005).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Pumpkinseed, 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
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Knutson Lake 1.7 mi, Becker County
- Shipman Lake 2.9 mi, Becker County
- Blueberry Lake 3.5 mi, Becker County
- Lord Lake 4.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Moran Lake 4.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Hinds Lake 5.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Blueberry Lake 6.4 mi, Wadena County
- Mud Lake 7.0 mi, Hubbard County
Questions about Brush Lake
How deep is Brush Lake?
Brush Lake reaches a maximum depth of 17 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 98% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Brush Lake?
Brush Lake covers about 79.6 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Brush Lake?
Summer water clarity on Brush Lake averages 12.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Brush Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Brush Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
What fish are in Brush Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, pumpkinseed, brown bullhead in Brush Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2005.
Are there lake homes for sale on Brush Lake?
Homes on Brush 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 Brush Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Brush Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 98% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 12.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Brush Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Brush Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Brush Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Hubbard County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2005), 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.