Grace Lake
About Grace Lake
Grace Lake is an 860-acre lake near Bemidji in Hubbard County, Minnesota. It reaches 42 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 17 feet, and has roughly 4.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 7.9 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 13 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. 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 2025.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. Bethany Bible Camp is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays. Ice typically goes out around April 24, based on 18 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Grace Lake
- 860 acres, up to 42 feet deep, near Bemidji
- 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 7.9 feet
- Camping close to the water at Bethany Bible Camp
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 860 acres
- Max depth
- 42 ft
- Average depth
- 17 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 7.9 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 340 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)
- Camping: Bethany Bible Camp
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Lakeside camping
- 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
- 13
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- 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 24
- Years of record
- 18
- Earliest
- March 19, 2024
- Latest
- May 14, 2013
- Most recent
- April 23, 2026
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
Camping & Reservations
Bethany Bible Camp is mapped on or near Grace Lake. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Grace Lake?
Grace Lake is in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Bemidji. It covers 860 acres and reaches 42 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Grace Lake?
Grace Lake covers 860 acres with about 4.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 42 feet and its average depth is about 17 feet.
What fish can you catch at Grace Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth 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 Grace Lake?
Yes. Grace Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Grace Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Grace 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 Grace Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Grace Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Grace Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 24, from 18 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 19, 2024 and the latest is May 14, 2013.
Can you camp at Grace Lake?
Yes. Bethany Bible Camp is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.