Gilmore Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Dorset. DNR lake ID 29018800.
Gilmore Lake is a 93.2-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Dorset. Its deepest point reaches 54 ft, and about 39% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 20.8 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, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 29018800 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Dorset |
| Surface area | 93.2 acres |
| Maximum depth | 54 ft |
| Mean depth | 22.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 39% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 20.8 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 10.3 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 2.1 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 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 20.8 ft, phosphorus 10.3 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 2.1 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Gilmore Lake rates as oligotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Gilmore Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2016 (10 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 | 3.25 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.11 | 0.2 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 2.0 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.22 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 3.75 | 1.5 to 23.0 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.33 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.75 | 0.5 to 2.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 4.22 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 6.89 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.0 | 0.3 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.56 | 0.3 to 1.6 |
| Smallmouth bass | trap | 0.11 | 0.3 to 2.9 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.67 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.25 | 0.5 to 2.0 |
| Rock bass | trap | 4.11 | 0.5 to 2.8 |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 17.0 in (2016), Walleye 22.0 in (2016), Northern pike 29.0 in (2016), Smallmouth bass 5.0 in (2016).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Rock bass, White sucker, Yellow 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
- Little Sand Lake 1.0 mi, Hubbard County
- Emma Lake 1.1 mi, Hubbard County
- Ojibway Lake 1.5 mi, Hubbard County
- Big Sand Lake 1.8 mi, Hubbard County
- Loon Lake 1.8 mi, Hubbard County
- Lower Bottle Lake 1.8 mi, Hubbard County
- Ida Lake 1.9 mi, Hubbard County
- Dead Lake 2.0 mi, Hubbard County
Questions about Gilmore Lake
How deep is Gilmore Lake?
Gilmore Lake reaches a maximum depth of 54 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 39% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Gilmore Lake?
Gilmore Lake covers about 93.2 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Gilmore Lake?
Summer water clarity on Gilmore Lake averages 20.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Gilmore Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Gilmore 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 Gilmore Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, rock bass, white sucker in Gilmore Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2016.
How is the walleye population on Gilmore Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1991 to 2016, walleye numbers on Gilmore 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 Gilmore Lake?
Homes on Gilmore 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 Gilmore Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Gilmore Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 39% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 20.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Gilmore Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Gilmore Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Gilmore 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 2016), 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.