Hinds Lake
About Hinds Lake
Hinds Lake is a 305-acre lake near Park Rapids in Hubbard County, Minnesota. It reaches 36 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 16 feet, and has roughly 3.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 12.4 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 16 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2022.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the county.
Plan Your Visit to Hinds Lake
- 305 acres, up to 36 feet deep, near Park Rapids
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 12.4 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 305 acres
- Max depth
- 36 ft
- Average depth
- 16 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 12.4 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 221 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 (gravel or earth)
Best For
- Northern Pike 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
- 16
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2022
- 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 Hinds Lake?
Hinds Lake is in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. It covers 305 acres and reaches 36 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Hinds Lake?
Hinds Lake covers 305 acres with about 3.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 36 feet and its average depth is about 16 feet.
What fish can you catch at Hinds Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list 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 Hinds Lake?
Yes. Hinds Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Hinds Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Hinds 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 Hinds Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Hinds Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.