Moran Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. DNR lake ID 29024700.
Moran Lake is a 100.6-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. Its deepest point reaches 15 ft, and about 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 12.3 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, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 29024700 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Park Rapids |
| Surface area | 100.6 acres |
| Maximum depth | 15 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 100% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.3 ft through 2022 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 15.0 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.7 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| 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 2022: clarity 12.3 ft, phosphorus 15.0 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.7 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Moran Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Moran 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 32.0 | 1.5 to 7.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 2.56 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 14.0 | 3.0 to 26.5 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.11 | 0.5 to 3.4 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.5 | 1.5 to 14.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.44 | 2.4 to 15.1 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 41.22 | 1.9 to 29.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.78 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 9.0 | 0.8 to 8.4 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 30.0 in (2017), Largemouth bass 17.0 in (2017).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, White sucker.
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
- Moran Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 3 trailer spaces. 5 miles south of Park Rapids, off County Road 111, on the east shore of Moran Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Lord Lake 1.3 mi, Hubbard County
- Hinds Lake 1.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Upper Twin Lake 3.6 mi, Hubbard County
- Lower Twin Lake 3.9 mi, Wadena County
- Long Lake 4.0 mi, Hubbard County
- Brush Lake 4.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Blueberry Lake 4.6 mi, Wadena County
- Knutson Lake 5.8 mi, Becker County
Questions about Moran Lake
How deep is Moran Lake?
Moran Lake reaches a maximum depth of 15 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Moran Lake?
Moran Lake covers about 100.6 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Moran Lake?
Summer water clarity on Moran Lake averages 12.3 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2022. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Moran Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Moran 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 Moran Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, white sucker in Moran Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2017.
Where is the public boat access on Moran Lake?
Moran Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Moran Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Moran Lake?
Homes on Moran 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 Moran Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Moran Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 100% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 12.3 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Moran Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Moran Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Moran 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.