Hill Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Grand Rapids. DNR lake ID 31060000.
Hill Lake is a 46.2-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Grand Rapids. Its deepest point reaches 32 ft, and about 60% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 7.7 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31060000 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Grand Rapids |
| Surface area | 46.2 acres |
| Maximum depth | 32 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 60% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 7.7 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 7.7 ft.
Fishing on Hill Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2003 (23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow perch | gill | 2.33 | 1.5 to 20.5 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 2.33 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.67 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 2.44 | 4.3 to 32.8 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.67 | 0.5 to 2.1 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.22 | 0.5 to 1.4 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2003).
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
- Hill Lake: 1 natural launch ramp. 12 miles south of Marcell, on MN HIghway #38, on the south shore of Hill Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Lucky Lake 0.3 mi, Itasca County
- Big Horn Lake 0.8 mi, Itasca County
- Johnson Lake 0.8 mi, Itasca County
- Lawrence Lake 0.9 mi, Itasca County
- Little Pughole Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Amen Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Orange Lake 1.2 mi, Itasca County
- Little Horn Lake 1.2 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Hill Lake
How deep is Hill Lake?
Hill Lake reaches a maximum depth of 32 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 60% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Hill Lake?
Hill Lake covers about 46.2 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Hill Lake?
Summer water clarity on Hill Lake averages 7.7 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Hill Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Hill 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.
Where is the public boat access on Hill Lake?
Hill Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Hill Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Hill Lake?
Homes on Hill 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 Hill Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Hill Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 60% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 7.7 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Hill Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Hill Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Hill Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Itasca County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2003), 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.