Kabekona Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Laporte. DNR lake ID 29007500.
Kabekona Lake is a 2,433-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Laporte. Its deepest point reaches 133 ft, and about 22% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 11.8 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for zebra mussel. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 29007500 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Laporte |
| Surface area | 2,433 acres |
| Maximum depth | 133 ft |
| Mean depth | 53.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 22% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.8 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 10.8 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 2.7 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 11.8 ft, phosphorus 10.8 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 2.7 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Kabekona Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Kabekona Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2020 (6 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 | 7.17 | 4.0 to 9.6 |
| Northern pike | gill | 6.58 | 3.0 to 7.9 |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.92 | 7.1 to 33.9 |
| Smallmouth bass | gill | 0.17 | 0.2 to 0.9 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 8.5 | 0.5 to 5.2 |
| Lake whitefish | gill | 0.17 | 0.1 to 0.9 |
| Rock bass | gill | 2.42 | 1.0 to 6.6 |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2017), Smallmouth bass 19.0 in (2020), Walleye 27.0 in (2020), Northern pike 31.0 in (2020).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Rock bass, Tullibee (cisco), Lake whitefish, Burbot, Brook trout, Bowfin, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, 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
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: zebra mussel (listed 2026).
Public boat access
- Kabekona Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 20 trailer spaces. 3 miles south of Laporte, off MN Highway 64, on the southwest shore of Kabekona Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Lester Lake 1.6 mi, Hubbard County
- Horseshoe Lake 2.7 mi, Hubbard County
- Benedict Lake 3.6 mi, Hubbard County
- Twenty-One Lake 4.0 mi, Hubbard County
- Garfield Lake 4.0 mi, Hubbard County
- Nelson Lake 4.1 mi, Hubbard County
- Cedar Lake 6.1 mi, Cass County
- Swamp Lake 6.2 mi, Cass County
Questions about Kabekona Lake
How deep is Kabekona Lake?
Kabekona Lake reaches a maximum depth of 133 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 22% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Kabekona Lake?
Kabekona Lake covers about 2,433 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Kabekona Lake?
Summer water clarity on Kabekona Lake averages 11.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Kabekona Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Kabekona Lake for zebra mussel.
What fish are in Kabekona Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, rock bass, tullibee (cisco) in Kabekona Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2020.
Where is the public boat access on Kabekona Lake?
Kabekona Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Kabekona Lake.
How is the walleye population on Kabekona Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1993 to 2020, walleye numbers on Kabekona Lake ran mostly above 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 Kabekona Lake?
Homes on Kabekona 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 Kabekona Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Kabekona Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 22% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 11.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Kabekona Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Kabekona Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Kabekona 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 2020), 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.