Hennepin Lake
About Hennepin Lake
Hennepin Lake is a 418-acre lake near Becida in Hubbard County, Minnesota. It reaches 14 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 5.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 14 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Hennepin Lake
- 418 acres, up to 14 feet deep, near Becida
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Average water clarity around 14 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
- 418 acres
- Max depth
- 14 ft
- Shoreline
- 5.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 14 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 418 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 is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Hennepin Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hennepin Lake?
Hennepin Lake is in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Becida. It covers 418 acres and reaches 14 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Hennepin Lake?
Hennepin Lake covers 418 acres with about 5.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 14 feet.
What fish can you catch at Hennepin Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Hennepin Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Hennepin Lake?
Yes. Hennepin Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Hennepin Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Hennepin 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.