Kabekona Lake
About Kabekona Lake
Kabekona Lake is a 2,433-acre lake near Laporte in Hubbard County, Minnesota. It reaches 133 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 53 feet, and has roughly 10.2 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 2 among the 81 Hubbard County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 11.7 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 20 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. Special fishing regulations apply to walleye, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the county. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 23, based on 67 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Kabekona Lake
- 2,433 acres, up to 133 feet deep, near Laporte
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 11.7 feet
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 2,433 acres
- Max depth
- 133 ft
- Average depth
- 53 ft
- Shoreline
- 10.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 11.7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 532 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
- A trout and salmon stamp is required to fish designated trout lakes or to keep trout
Facilities
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- 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
- 20
- Game fish
- 13
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Walleye: All from 20-26" must be immediately released. One over 26" allowed in possession. Possession limit four.
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 23
- Years of record
- 67
- Earliest
- March 24, 2012
- Latest
- May 18, 1909
- Most recent
- April 26, 2025
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 Kabekona Lake?
Kabekona Lake is in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Laporte. It covers 2,433 acres and reaches 133 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Kabekona Lake?
Kabekona Lake covers 2,433 acres with about 10.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 133 feet and its average depth is about 53 feet.
What fish can you catch at Kabekona Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Brook Trout and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Kabekona Lake?
Yes. Kabekona Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Kabekona Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Kabekona 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 Kabekona Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Kabekona Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Are there special fishing regulations on Kabekona Lake?
Yes. All from 20-26" must be immediately released. One over 26" allowed in possession. Possession limit four.
When does the ice go out on Kabekona Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 23, from 67 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 24, 2012 and the latest is May 18, 1909.
Does Kabekona Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Kabekona Lake as infested with zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.