Cedar Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. DNR lake ID 29031200.
Cedar Lake is a 103.3-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. Its deepest point reaches 26 ft, and about 50% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 13.5 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, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 29031200 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Park Rapids |
| Surface area | 103.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 26 ft |
| Mean depth | 14.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 50% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 13.5 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 13.5 ft.
Fishing on Cedar Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2015 (11 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 | 9.5 | 4.8 to 12.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.22 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 19.5 | 2.0 to 21.5 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 3.44 | 0.3 to 2.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 9.0 | 1.0 to 4.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 3.11 | 0.8 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 2.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 26.67 | 8.3 to 50.1 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 2.0 | 0.3 to 1.8 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.11 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 12.0 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 15.33 | 2.8 to 10.3 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 15.0 in (2015), Northern pike 37.0 in (2015).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, 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
- Cedar Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 2 docks, 5 trailer spaces. 11.9 mi N of Park Rapids on US 71 then W 1.2 mi on Cnty Rd 41, then N 0.9 mi on Twp Rd 4 to S shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Hungry Man Lake 0.7 mi, Becker County
- Dinner Lake 1.2 mi, Becker County
- Kane Lake 2.3 mi, Becker County
- Island Lake 2.8 mi, Hubbard County
- Two Inlets Lake 3.0 mi, Becker County
- Little Mantrap Lake 3.3 mi, Hubbard County
- Eagle Lake 4.3 mi, Hubbard County
- Boot Lake 4.6 mi, Becker County
Questions about Cedar Lake
How deep is Cedar Lake?
Cedar Lake reaches a maximum depth of 26 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 50% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Cedar Lake?
Cedar Lake covers about 103.3 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Cedar Lake?
Summer water clarity on Cedar Lake averages 13.5 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Cedar Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Cedar 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 Cedar Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, brown bullhead in Cedar Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2015.
Where is the public boat access on Cedar Lake?
Cedar Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Cedar Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Cedar Lake?
Homes on Cedar 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 Cedar Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Cedar Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 50% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 13.5 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Cedar Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Cedar Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Cedar 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 2015), 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.