Williams Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Akeley. DNR lake ID 29001500.
Williams Lake is a 97.9-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Akeley. Its deepest point reaches 34 ft, and about 44% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 19.1 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.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 29001500 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Akeley |
| Surface area | 97.9 acres |
| Maximum depth | 34 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 44% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 19.1 ft through 2018 |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| 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 2018: clarity 19.1 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Williams Lake rates as oligotrophic.
Fishing on Williams Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2002 (24 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 | 6.0 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.67 | 1.5 to 23.0 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.78 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 4.33 | 0.5 to 2.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.33 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 16.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 11.44 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.0 | 0.3 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.22 | 0.3 to 1.6 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.78 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.67 | 0.5 to 2.0 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.22 | 0.5 to 2.8 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 30.0 in (2002), Largemouth bass 17.0 in (2002).
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
- Crystal Lake 1.2 mi, Cass County
- Island Lake 1.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Steel Lake 1.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Little Bass Lake 2.7 mi, Cass County
- Howard Lake 2.9 mi, Cass County
- Tripp Lake 3.6 mi, Cass County
- Shingobee Lake 3.6 mi, Hubbard County
- Muskrat Lake 4.0 mi, Cass County
Questions about Williams Lake
How deep is Williams Lake?
Williams Lake reaches a maximum depth of 34 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 44% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Williams Lake?
Williams Lake covers about 97.9 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Williams Lake?
Summer water clarity on Williams Lake averages 19.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2018. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Williams Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Williams 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.
Are there lake homes for sale on Williams Lake?
Homes on Williams 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 Williams Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Williams Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 44% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 19.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Williams Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Williams Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Williams 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 2002), 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.