Sweitzer Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. DNR lake ID 29016400.
Sweitzer Lake is a 113.5-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. Its deepest point reaches 10 ft, and about 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 6.1 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 29016400 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Park Rapids |
| Surface area | 113.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 10 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 100% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 6.1 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 6.1 ft.
Fishing on Sweitzer Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2005 (21 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 | 6.5 | 2.8 to 10.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.67 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 6.5 | 2.5 to 23.3 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.11 | 0.5 to 5.2 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.11 | 1.9 to 13.0 |
| Bluegill | trap | 0.11 | 3.1 to 24.9 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 3.22 | 0.8 to 7.2 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.11 | 0.3 to 2.4 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.11 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 35.0 in (2005).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black 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
- Mud Lake 2.3 mi, Hubbard County
- Fish Hook Lake 2.7 mi, Hubbard County
- Peysenske Lake 2.9 mi, Hubbard County
- Ida Lake 3.3 mi, Hubbard County
- Loon Lake 3.5 mi, Hubbard County
- Big Sand Lake 3.9 mi, Hubbard County
- Potato Lake 3.9 mi, Hubbard County
- Boulder Lake 4.0 mi, Hubbard County
Questions about Sweitzer Lake
How deep is Sweitzer Lake?
Sweitzer Lake reaches a maximum depth of 10 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Sweitzer Lake?
Sweitzer Lake covers about 113.5 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Sweitzer Lake?
Summer water clarity on Sweitzer Lake averages 6.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Sweitzer Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Sweitzer 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 Sweitzer Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, white sucker, yellow bullhead, brown bullhead in Sweitzer Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2005.
Are there lake homes for sale on Sweitzer Lake?
Homes on Sweitzer 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 Sweitzer Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Sweitzer Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 100% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 6.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Sweitzer Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Sweitzer Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Sweitzer 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 2005), 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.