Nagel Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Akeley. DNR lake ID 29000300.
Nagel Lake is a 69.3-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Akeley. Its deepest point reaches 65 ft, and about 46% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 13.0 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. 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 | 29000300 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Akeley |
| Surface area | 69.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 65 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 46% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 13.0 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 13.0 ft.
Fishing on Nagel Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2015 (11 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 | 0.11 | 0.2 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 4.0 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.22 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.11 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.11 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 43.11 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 2.0 | 0.3 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.56 | 0.3 to 1.6 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.78 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.56 | 0.5 to 2.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 7.11 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Walleye 26.0 in (2015), Northern pike 25.0 in (2015), Largemouth bass 14.0 in (2015).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Bowfin, 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
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
- Nagel Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 4 trailer spaces. From Akeley, 9.3 mi S on Hwy 64, then 0.9 mi W on Hwy 87, then 0.3 mi N on Forest Rd to E shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Mow Lake 0.8 mi, Hubbard County
- Tripp Lake 1.3 mi, Hubbard County
- Kettle Lake 1.5 mi, Hubbard County
- Loon Lake 3.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Wolf Lake 3.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Island Lake 4.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Ham Lake 4.6 mi, Hubbard County
- First Crow Wing Lake 5.0 mi, Hubbard County
Questions about Nagel Lake
How deep is Nagel Lake?
Nagel Lake reaches a maximum depth of 65 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 46% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Nagel Lake?
Nagel Lake covers about 69.3 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Nagel Lake?
Summer water clarity on Nagel Lake averages 13.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Nagel Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Nagel 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 Nagel Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, green sunfish in Nagel Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2015.
Where is the public boat access on Nagel Lake?
Nagel Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Nagel Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Nagel Lake?
Homes on Nagel 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 Nagel Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Nagel Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 46% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 13.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Nagel Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Nagel Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Nagel 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 2015), 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.