Dead Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Dorset. DNR lake ID 29011000.
Dead Lake is a 130.6-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Dorset. Its deepest point reaches 34 ft, and about 41% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 15.9 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 29011000 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Dorset |
| Surface area | 130.6 acres |
| Maximum depth | 34 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 41% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 15.9 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 9.8 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 4.1 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2019 to 2025) |
| 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 15.9 ft, phosphorus 9.8 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 4.1 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Dead Lake rates as oligotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2019 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Dead Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2017 (9 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 | 0.33 | 1.3 to 5.5 |
| Northern pike | gill | 9.67 | 3.1 to 8.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.67 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.33 | 2.5 to 24.2 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.5 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | gill | 3.0 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 3.5 | 0.7 to 3.2 |
| Bluegill | gill | 9.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 10.0 | 5.6 to 42.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 4.67 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.83 | 0.3 to 1.1 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 2.67 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.67 | 1.7 to 8.2 |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 30.0 in (2017), Walleye 24.0 in (2017), Largemouth bass 20.0 in (2017).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black 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
- Ojibway Lake 0.6 mi, Hubbard County
- West Crooked Lake 1.3 mi, Hubbard County
- Upper Bottle Lake 1.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Lower Bottle Lake 2.0 mi, Hubbard County
- Gilmore Lake 2.0 mi, Hubbard County
- Emma Lake 2.1 mi, Hubbard County
- Stocking Lake 2.6 mi, Hubbard County
- Crow Wing Lake 2.7 mi, Hubbard County
Questions about Dead Lake
How deep is Dead Lake?
Dead Lake reaches a maximum depth of 34 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 41% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Dead Lake?
Dead Lake covers about 130.6 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Dead Lake?
Summer water clarity on Dead Lake averages 15.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Dead Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Dead 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 Dead Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, white sucker, yellow bullhead in Dead Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2017.
How is the walleye population on Dead Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1990 to 2017, walleye numbers on Dead Lake ran mostly below 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 Dead Lake?
Homes on Dead 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 Dead Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Dead Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 41% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 15.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Dead Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Dead Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Dead 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 2017), 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.