Owl Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Nevis. DNR lake ID 29007300.
Owl Lake is a 90.4-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Nevis. Its deepest point reaches 26 ft, and about 86% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 13.9 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic 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 | 29007300 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Nevis |
| Surface area | 90.4 acres |
| Maximum depth | 26 ft |
| Mean depth | 5.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 86% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 13.9 ft through 2025 |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 13.9 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Owl Lake rates as oligotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Owl Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2010 (16 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 | 22.0 | 4.5 to 11.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.89 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 4.0 | 2.5 to 24.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 3.0 | 1.0 to 11.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.67 | 1.2 to 4.8 |
| Bluegill | gill | 5.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 1.11 | 4.9 to 49.8 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 4.0 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 4.78 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 4.0 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 3.44 | 1.7 to 10.3 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 28.0 in (2010), Largemouth bass 19.0 in (2010).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, 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
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Ninth Crow Wing Lake 1.3 mi, Hubbard County
- Eighth Crow Wing Lake 1.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Tenth Crow Wing Lake 2.1 mi, Hubbard County
- Indian Lake 2.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Spider Lake 2.8 mi, Hubbard County
- Seventh Crow Wing Lake 2.9 mi, Hubbard County
- Deer Lake 3.1 mi, Hubbard County
- Crow Wing Lake 3.4 mi, Hubbard County
Questions about Owl Lake
How deep is Owl Lake?
Owl Lake reaches a maximum depth of 26 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 86% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Owl Lake?
Owl Lake covers about 90.4 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Owl Lake?
Summer water clarity on Owl Lake averages 13.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Owl Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Owl 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 Owl Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, brown bullhead in Owl Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2010.
Are there lake homes for sale on Owl Lake?
Homes on Owl 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 Owl Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Owl Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 86% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 13.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Owl Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Owl Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Owl 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 2010), 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.