Hinds Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. DNR lake ID 29024900.
Hinds Lake is a 305.4-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. Its deepest point reaches 36 ft, and about 72% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 14.0 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 northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 29024900 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Park Rapids |
| Surface area | 305.4 acres |
| Maximum depth | 36 ft |
| Mean depth | 16.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 72% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 14.0 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 12.7 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 4.1 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Murkier (2016 to 2025) |
| 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 14.0 ft, phosphorus 12.7 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 4.1 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Hinds Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: murkier.
Fishing on Hinds Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2022 (4 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 | 18.5 | 3.5 to 10.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.44 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.33 | 3.4 to 43.6 |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.0 | 0.6 to 3.5 |
| Bluegill | gill | 13.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 31.33 | 6.1 to 46.6 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.78 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.17 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 6.22 | 2.0 to 8.5 |
| Rock bass | gill | 1.5 | 0.3 to 1.9 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.89 | 0.5 to 1.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 5.0 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2022), Northern pike 31.0 in (2022), Smallmouth bass 17.0 in (2022).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Bowfin, Common carp, 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
- Hinds Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 6 trailer spaces. 6 miles south of Park Rapids, 1 mile off County Road 11, on the east shore of Hinds Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Lord Lake 1.2 mi, Hubbard County
- Moran Lake 1.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Upper Twin Lake 2.1 mi, Hubbard County
- Lower Twin Lake 2.5 mi, Wadena County
- Blueberry Lake 3.6 mi, Wadena County
- Long Lake 4.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Stocking Lake 4.9 mi, Wadena County
- Brush Lake 5.5 mi, Hubbard County
Questions about Hinds Lake
How deep is Hinds Lake?
Hinds Lake reaches a maximum depth of 36 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 72% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Hinds Lake?
Hinds Lake covers about 305.4 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Hinds Lake?
Summer water clarity on Hinds Lake averages 14.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Hinds Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Hinds 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 Hinds Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, green sunfish in Hinds Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2022.
Where is the public boat access on Hinds Lake?
Hinds Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Hinds Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Hinds Lake?
Homes on Hinds 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 Hinds Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Hinds Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 72% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 14.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Hinds Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Hinds Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Hinds 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 2022), 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.