Shallow Lake
About Shallow Lake
Shallow Lake is a 284-acre lake near Nevis in Hubbard County, Minnesota. It reaches 10 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 5 feet, and has roughly 4.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 7.3 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2018.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the county.
Plan Your Visit to Shallow Lake
- 284 acres, up to 10 feet deep, near Nevis
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 7.3 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 284 acres
- Max depth
- 10 ft
- Average depth
- 5 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 7.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 284 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
- 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
- 12
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2018
- 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 Shallow Lake?
Shallow Lake is in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Nevis. It covers 284 acres and reaches 10 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Shallow Lake?
Shallow Lake covers 284 acres with about 4.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 10 feet and its average depth is about 5 feet.
What fish can you catch at Shallow Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, 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 Shallow Lake?
Yes. Shallow 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 Shallow Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Shallow 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 Shallow Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Shallow Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.