Belle Taine Lake
About Belle Taine Lake
Belle Taine Lake is a 1,497-acre lake near Nevis in Hubbard County, Minnesota. It reaches 56 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 10 feet, and has roughly 24 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 15.5 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 14 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2021.
There are 2 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the city and county. Ice typically goes out around April 20, based on 25 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Belle Taine Lake
- 1,497 acres, up to 56 feet deep, near Nevis
- 2 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the city and county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 15.5 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city, county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 1,497 acres
- Max depth
- 56 ft
- Average depth
- 10 ft
- Shoreline
- 24 mi
- Water clarity
- 15.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 771 acres
Rules & Regulations
- A Minnesota fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older
- Drain plugs must be out and all water drained before leaving any access; remove aquatic plants from boats and trailers
- Children under 10 must wear a life jacket on a boat that is underway
Facilities
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Quiet paddling
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 14
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2021
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 20
- Years of record
- 25
- Earliest
- March 15, 2024
- Latest
- May 11, 2013
- Most recent
- April 20, 2026
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Belle Taine Lake?
Belle Taine Lake is in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Nevis. It covers 1,497 acres and reaches 56 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Belle Taine Lake?
Belle Taine Lake covers 1,497 acres with about 24 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 56 feet and its average depth is about 10 feet.
What fish can you catch at Belle Taine Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Belle Taine Lake?
Yes. Belle Taine Lake has 2 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the city and county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Belle Taine Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Belle Taine Lake. Minnesota's public waters are open to swimming where you have legal access, but there are no lifeguards or water-quality monitoring away from designated beaches.
Is Belle Taine Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Belle Taine Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Belle Taine Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 20, from 25 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 15, 2024 and the latest is May 11, 2013.