Long Lake
About Long Lake
Long Lake is a 1,926-acre lake near Park Rapids in Hubbard County, Minnesota. It reaches 135 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 31 feet, and has roughly 18.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 9.2 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 14 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. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There are 4 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR and county. A campground is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays. The lake is listed as infested with faucet snail, starry stonewort, and zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 22, based on 38 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Long Lake
- 1,926 acres, up to 135 feet deep, near Park Rapids
- 4 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR and county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 9.2 feet
- Camping close to the water
- Listed as infested with faucet snail, starry stonewort, and zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 4 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR, county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 1,926 acres
- Max depth
- 135 ft
- Average depth
- 31 ft
- Shoreline
- 18.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 9.2 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 468 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
- 4 public boat launches (concrete)
- Camping (1 mapped)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Lakeside camping
- 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
- 14
- Game fish
- 10
- 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 22
- Years of record
- 38
- Earliest
- March 27, 2012
- Latest
- May 10, 1996
- Most recent
- April 21, 2026
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
Camping & Reservations
1 campground is mapped on or near Long Lake. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Long Lake?
Long Lake is in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. It covers 1,926 acres and reaches 135 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Long Lake?
Long Lake covers 1,926 acres with about 18.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 135 feet and its average depth is about 31 feet.
What fish can you catch at Long Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Tullibee (Cisco) and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Long Lake?
Yes. Long Lake has 4 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR and county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Long Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Long 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 Long Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Long Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Long Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 22, from 38 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 27, 2012 and the latest is May 10, 1996.
Can you camp at Long Lake?
Yes. A campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.
Does Long Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Long Lake as infested with faucet snail, starry stonewort, and zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.