Second Crow Wing Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. DNR lake ID 29008500.
Second Crow Wing Lake is a 221.4-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. Its deepest point reaches 35 ft, and about 44% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 9.8 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. It is part of the Crow Wing Chain. The DNR lists it for faucet snail. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 29008500 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Park Rapids |
| Surface area | 221.4 acres |
| Maximum depth | 35 ft |
| Mean depth | 14.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 44% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 9.8 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 17.3 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 7.4 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Boating chain | Crow Wing Chain |
| Invasive species | faucet snail |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 9.8 ft, phosphorus 17.3 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 7.4 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Second Crow Wing Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Second Crow Wing Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2019 (7 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 | gill | 3.33 | 1.3 to 5.0 |
| Northern pike | gill | 13.33 | 3.5 to 10.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.22 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.5 | 3.4 to 43.6 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.56 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.67 | 0.6 to 3.5 |
| Bluegill | gill | 4.33 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 13.67 | 6.1 to 46.6 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.83 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.33 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.17 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 6.11 | 2.0 to 8.5 |
| Rock bass | gill | 1.33 | 0.3 to 1.9 |
| Rock bass | trap | 4.33 | 0.5 to 1.8 |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 36.0 in (2019), Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2019), Walleye 25.0 in (2019), Smallmouth bass 14.0 in (2014).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Tullibee (cisco), Bowfin, Common carp, Shorthead redhorse, Greater redhorse, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 5. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: faucet snail (listed 2011).
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Crow Wing Chain
Eleven lakes at the headwaters of the Crow Wing River near Nevis and Akeley. The DNR notes some channels between the northern lakes can fill with vegetation, so boat passage varies by season.
First Crow Wing Lake, Third Crow Wing Lake, Fourth Crow Wing Lake, Fifth Crow Wing Lake, Sixth Crow Wing Lake, Seventh Crow Wing Lake, Eighth Crow Wing Lake, Ninth Crow Wing Lake, Tenth Crow Wing Lake, Eleventh Crow Wing Lake
Nearby lakes
- Palmer Lake 1.1 mi, Hubbard County
- First Crow Wing Lake 1.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Third Crow Wing Lake 1.8 mi, Hubbard County
- Duck Lake 2.6 mi, Hubbard County
- Fourth Crow Wing Lake 2.6 mi, Hubbard County
- Wolf Lake 3.0 mi, Hubbard County
- Big Stony Lake 3.5 mi, Hubbard County
- Island Lake 3.6 mi, Hubbard County
Questions about Second Crow Wing Lake
How deep is Second Crow Wing Lake?
Second Crow Wing Lake reaches a maximum depth of 35 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 44% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Second Crow Wing Lake?
Second Crow Wing Lake covers about 221.4 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Second Crow Wing Lake?
Summer water clarity on Second Crow Wing Lake averages 9.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Second Crow Wing Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Second Crow Wing Lake for faucet snail.
What fish are in Second Crow Wing Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, rock bass, green sunfish in Second Crow Wing Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2019.
How is the walleye population on Second Crow Wing Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1994 to 2019, walleye numbers on Second Crow Wing Lake ran mostly within the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
Are there lake homes for sale on Second Crow Wing Lake?
Homes on Second Crow Wing 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 Second Crow Wing Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Second Crow Wing Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 44% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 9.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Second Crow Wing Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5.
Ask us about Second Crow Wing 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 2019), 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.