Paine Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Lake George. DNR lake ID 29021700.
Paine Lake is a 239.8-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Lake George. Its deepest point reaches 6 ft, and about 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 4.6 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 walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 29021700 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Lake George |
| Surface area | 239.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 6 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 100% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 4.6 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 14.8 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 2.7 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 2025: clarity 4.6 ft, phosphorus 14.8 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 2.7 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Paine Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Paine Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2016 (10 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 | 0.2 | 0.3 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.0 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.3 | 0.8 to 4.5 |
| Bluegill | trap | 31.8 | 2.5 to 25.0 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 2.3 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 5.6 | 1.4 to 8.6 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 3.2 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 14.0 in (2016), Northern pike 29.0 in (2016), Walleye 20.0 in (2016).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, 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
- Lake Paine: 1 natural launch ramp, 4 trailer spaces. In the city of Lake George south off Hwy 71 .2 miles on Norway Pines Drive Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- George Lake 0.9 mi, Hubbard County
- Schoolcraft Lake 2.8 mi, Hubbard County
- Minnie Lake 3.8 mi, Hubbard County
- Gillett Lake 4.5 mi, Hubbard County
- Alice Lake 4.6 mi, Hubbard County
- Beauty Lake 5.3 mi, Hubbard County
- Twenty Lake 5.9 mi, Hubbard County
- Blacksmith Lake 6.0 mi, Hubbard County
Questions about Paine Lake
How deep is Paine Lake?
Paine Lake reaches a maximum depth of 6 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Paine Lake?
Paine Lake covers about 239.8 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Paine Lake?
Summer water clarity on Paine Lake averages 4.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Paine Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Paine 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 Paine Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, yellow bullhead, brown bullhead in Paine Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2016.
Where is the public boat access on Paine Lake?
Paine Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Lake Paine.
Are there lake homes for sale on Paine Lake?
Homes on Paine 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 Paine Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Paine Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 100% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 4.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Paine Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Paine Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Paine 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 2016), 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.