Ham Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Nevis. DNR lake ID 29001700.
Ham Lake is a 194.2-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Nevis. Its deepest point reaches 22 ft, and about 90% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 10.1 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic 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 | 29001700 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Nevis |
| Surface area | 194.2 acres |
| Maximum depth | 22 ft |
| Mean depth | 7.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 90% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.1 ft through 2024 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 15.8 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.5 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| 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 2024: clarity 10.1 ft, phosphorus 15.8 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.5 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Ham Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Ham 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 | trap | 0.22 | 0.3 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 2.0 | 4.6 to 11.6 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.11 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 5.0 | 8.0 to 40.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.25 | 1.0 to 7.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 96.89 | 2.5 to 25.0 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 2.5 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 3.78 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.0 | 1.4 to 8.6 |
| Rock bass | trap | 1.78 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 4.78 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Walleye 26.0 in (2017), Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2017), Northern pike 32.0 in (2017).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, White sucker, 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
- Loon Lake 1.1 mi, Hubbard County
- Eighth Crow Wing Lake 2.2 mi, Hubbard County
- Seventh Crow Wing Lake 2.7 mi, Hubbard County
- Ninth Crow Wing Lake 3.3 mi, Hubbard County
- Owl Lake 3.6 mi, Hubbard County
- Kettle Lake 4.0 mi, Hubbard County
- Sixth Crow Wing Lake 4.2 mi, Hubbard County
- Mow Lake 4.2 mi, Hubbard County
Questions about Ham Lake
How deep is Ham Lake?
Ham Lake reaches a maximum depth of 22 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 90% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Ham Lake?
Ham Lake covers about 194.2 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Ham Lake?
Summer water clarity on Ham Lake averages 10.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2024. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Ham Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Ham 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 Ham Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, white sucker in Ham Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2017.
Are there lake homes for sale on Ham Lake?
Homes on Ham 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 Ham Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Ham Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 90% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 10.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Ham Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Ham Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Ham 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.