Ojibway Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Deer Lane. DNR lake ID 29014900.
Ojibway Lake is a 184.1-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Deer Lane. Its deepest point reaches 22 ft, and about 72% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 15.3 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 | 29014900 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Deer Lane |
| Surface area | 184.1 acres |
| Maximum depth | 22 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 72% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 15.3 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 12.0 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 4.3 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2017 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 15.3 ft, phosphorus 12.0 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 4.3 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Ojibway Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2017 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Ojibway 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 | 20.0 | 3.1 to 8.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.0 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.33 | 2.5 to 24.2 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.17 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.0 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.0 | 0.7 to 3.2 |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 7.83 | 5.6 to 42.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 3.33 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.67 | 0.3 to 1.1 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 3.67 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.5 | 1.7 to 8.2 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 30.0 in (2017), Largemouth bass 19.0 in (2017).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Yellow 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
- Ojibway (West Dead) Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 8 trailer spaces. 1.1 mi N of Nevis on Cnty Rd 2, then 6 mi W on Cnty Rd 40, then 1.1 mi N on Cnty Rd 7, then 0.3 mi E on Twp Rd to SW shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Dead Lake 0.6 mi, Hubbard County
- Upper Bottle Lake 1.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Lower Bottle Lake 1.5 mi, Hubbard County
- Gilmore Lake 1.5 mi, Hubbard County
- Emma Lake 1.5 mi, Hubbard County
- West Crooked Lake 1.9 mi, Hubbard County
- Stocking Lake 2.3 mi, Hubbard County
- Little Sand Lake 2.5 mi, Hubbard County
Questions about Ojibway Lake
How deep is Ojibway Lake?
Ojibway Lake reaches a maximum depth of 22 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 72% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Ojibway Lake?
Ojibway Lake covers about 184.1 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Ojibway Lake?
Summer water clarity on Ojibway Lake averages 15.3 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Ojibway Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Ojibway 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 Ojibway Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, yellow bullhead in Ojibway Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2017.
Where is the public boat access on Ojibway Lake?
Ojibway Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Ojibway (West Dead) Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Ojibway Lake?
Homes on Ojibway 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 Ojibway Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Ojibway Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 72% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 15.3 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Ojibway Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Ojibway Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Ojibway 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.