Little Mantrap Lake
About Little Mantrap Lake
Little Mantrap Lake is a 381-acre lake near Park Rapids in Hubbard County, Minnesota. It reaches 54 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 14 feet, and has roughly 9.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 15 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
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. Special fishing regulations apply to largemouth bass, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2022.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the county. Ice typically goes out around April 21, based on 22 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Little Mantrap Lake
- 381 acres, up to 54 feet deep, near Park Rapids
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 15 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
- 381 acres
- Max depth
- 54 ft
- Average depth
- 14 ft
- Shoreline
- 9.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 15 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 197 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
- Walleye 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
- 13
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2022
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Largemouth Bass: All from 12-20" must be immediately released. One over 20" allowed in possession.
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 21
- Years of record
- 22
- Earliest
- March 24, 2012
- Latest
- May 8, 2022
- Most recent
- April 6, 2024
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 Little Mantrap Lake?
Little Mantrap Lake is in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. It covers 381 acres and reaches 54 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Little Mantrap Lake?
Little Mantrap Lake covers 381 acres with about 9.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 54 feet and its average depth is about 14 feet.
What fish can you catch at Little Mantrap 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 Little Mantrap Lake?
Yes. Little Mantrap 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 Little Mantrap Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Little Mantrap 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 Little Mantrap Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Little Mantrap Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Are there special fishing regulations on Little Mantrap Lake?
Yes. All from 12-20" must be immediately released. One over 20" allowed in possession.
When does the ice go out on Little Mantrap Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 21, from 22 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 24, 2012 and the latest is May 8, 2022.