Lake Plantagenet
About Lake Plantagenet
Lake Plantagenet is a 2,531-acre lake near Nary in Hubbard County, Minnesota. It reaches 65 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 25 feet, and has roughly 11 miles of shoreline. It is the largest lake in Hubbard County in the Minnesota DNR's LakeFinder records. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 18 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth 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. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There are 2 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR and township. 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 24, based on 13 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Lake Plantagenet
- 2,531 acres, up to 65 feet deep, near Nary
- 2 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR and township
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 4 feet
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR, township
Conditions
- Surface area
- 2,531 acres
- Max depth
- 65 ft
- Average depth
- 25 ft
- Shoreline
- 11 mi
- Water clarity
- 4 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 986 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
- 2 public boat launches (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
- 18
- Game fish
- 11
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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
- 13
- Earliest
- March 27, 2012
- Latest
- May 8, 2008
- Most recent
- April 24, 2026
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 Lake Plantagenet?
Lake Plantagenet is in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Nary. It covers 2,531 acres and reaches 65 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lake Plantagenet?
Lake Plantagenet covers 2,531 acres with about 11 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 65 feet and its average depth is about 25 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lake Plantagenet?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Burbot and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Lake Plantagenet?
Yes. Lake Plantagenet has 2 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR and township. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Lake Plantagenet?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lake Plantagenet. 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 Lake Plantagenet stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Lake Plantagenet; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Lake Plantagenet?
The median ice-out date is April 24, from 13 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 27, 2012 and the latest is May 8, 2008.
Does Lake Plantagenet have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Lake Plantagenet 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.