West Crooked Lake
About West Crooked Lake
West Crooked Lake is a 270-acre lake near Nevis in Hubbard County, Minnesota. It reaches 50 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 16.2 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 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. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2022.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the county.
Plan Your Visit to West Crooked Lake
- 270 acres, up to 50 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, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 16.2 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
- 270 acres
- Max depth
- 50 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 16.2 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 142 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
- 10
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2022
- 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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1.3 miles away
Middle Crooked Lake
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1.5 miles away
Ojibway Lake
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Upper Bottle Lake
64 out of 100 Lake ScoreHubbard · Dorset459 acres
2.3 miles away
East Crooked Lake
69 out of 100 Lake ScoreHubbard · Nevis379 acres
2.6 miles away
Waboose Lake
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2.8 miles away
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is West Crooked Lake?
West Crooked Lake is in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Nevis. It covers 270 acres and reaches 50 feet deep.
How big and how deep is West Crooked Lake?
West Crooked Lake covers 270 acres with about 4.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 50 feet.
What fish can you catch at West Crooked Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on West Crooked Lake?
Yes. West Crooked 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 West Crooked Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at West Crooked 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 West Crooked Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for West Crooked Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.