Dead Lake
About Dead Lake
Dead Lake is a 131-acre lake near Dorset in Hubbard County, Minnesota. It reaches 34 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.6 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 13.9 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2017.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Dead Lake
- 131 acres, up to 34 feet deep, near Dorset
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 13.9 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 131 acres
- Max depth
- 34 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.6 mi
- Water clarity
- 13.9 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 54 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
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
Best For
- 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
- 9
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2017
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dead Lake?
Dead Lake is in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Dorset. It covers 131 acres and reaches 34 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Dead Lake?
Dead Lake covers 131 acres with about 2.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 34 feet.
What fish can you catch at Dead Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Dead Lake?
Yes. Dead Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Dead Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Dead 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 Dead Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Dead Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.