Long Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. DNR lake ID 29016100.
Long Lake is a 1,926-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. Its deepest point reaches 135 ft, and about 24% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 10.5 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for faucet snail, starry stonewort, zebra mussel. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 29016100 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Park Rapids |
| Surface area | 1,926 acres |
| Maximum depth | 135 ft |
| Mean depth | 31.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 24% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.5 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 11.7 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 5.1 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Clearer (2016 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | faucet snail, starry stonewort, zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 4 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 10.5 ft, phosphorus 11.7 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 5.1 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Long Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: clearer.
Fishing on Long Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2019 (7 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 | 4.73 | 4.0 to 9.6 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.23 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
| Northern pike | gill | 4.67 | 3.0 to 7.9 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.23 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 3.2 | 7.1 to 33.9 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.62 | 0.7 to 3.7 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.87 | 0.2 to 1.1 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.77 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Bluegill | gill | 8.27 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 41.92 | 3.7 to 42.9 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 6.0 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.38 | 0.4 to 1.4 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 6.6 | 0.5 to 5.2 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 2.67 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 6.69 | 1.6 to 6.9 |
| Rock bass | gill | 8.13 | 1.0 to 6.6 |
| Rock bass | trap | 2.38 | 0.7 to 3.3 |
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 (2019), Northern pike 37.0 in (2019), Walleye 27.0 in (2019), Smallmouth bass 19.0 in (2009).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Tullibee (cisco), 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: faucet snail (listed 2017), starry stonewort (listed 2023), zebra mussel (listed 2020).
Public boat access
- Long Lake, Norway (SW): 1 natural launch ramp. 4.5 miles south of Park Rapids, on County Road 6, off Chippewa Drive, on the west shore of Long Lake. Directions
- Long Lake, Nakomis (W): 1 natural launch ramp. 6 miles southeast of Park Rapids, 0.5 miles off County Road 6, on the west shore of Long Lake. Directions
- Long Lake , Hubbard Beach (S): 2 concrete slab launch ramps, 1 dock, 20 trailer spaces. 3 mi S of Park Rapids on US Hwy 71, then 4.1 mi E on Mn Hwy 87, then .1 mi N on Twp Rd to S tip of lake. Directions
- Long Lake (N): 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 6 trailer spaces. From Park Rapids, 1.7 mi E on Mn Hwy 34, the .1 mi S on Cnty Rd 107 to NW shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Peysenske Lake 3.3 mi, Hubbard County
- Big Stony Lake 3.8 mi, Hubbard County
- Moran Lake 4.0 mi, Hubbard County
- Hinds Lake 4.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Sweitzer Lake 4.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Mud Lake 4.5 mi, Hubbard County
- Lord Lake 5.1 mi, Hubbard County
- Upper Twin Lake 5.5 mi, Hubbard County
Questions about Long Lake
How deep is Long Lake?
Long Lake reaches a maximum depth of 135 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 24% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Long Lake?
Long Lake covers about 1,926 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Long Lake?
Summer water clarity on Long Lake averages 10.5 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Long Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Long Lake for faucet snail, starry stonewort, zebra mussel.
What fish are in Long Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Long Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2019.
Where is the public boat access on Long Lake?
Long Lake has 4 public water access sites on DNR record: Long Lake, Norway (SW); Long Lake, Nakomis (W); Long Lake , Hubbard Beach (S); Long Lake (N).
How is the walleye population on Long Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1993 to 2019, walleye numbers on Long 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 Long Lake?
Homes on Long 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 Long Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Long Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 24% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 10.5 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Long Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Long Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Long 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 2019), 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.