Ox Hide Lake
About Ox Hide Lake
Ox Hide Lake is a 123-acre lake near Pengilly in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 40 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 22 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2015.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Ox Hide Lake
- 123 acres, up to 40 feet deep, near Pengilly
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 22 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 123 acres
- Max depth
- 40 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 22 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 38 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 (concrete)
Best For
- Northern Pike 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
- 12
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2015
- 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 Ox Hide Lake?
Ox Hide Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Pengilly. It covers 123 acres and reaches 40 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Ox Hide Lake?
Ox Hide Lake covers 123 acres with about 2.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 40 feet.
What fish can you catch at Ox Hide Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Tullibee (Cisco), and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Ox Hide Lake?
Yes. Ox Hide Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Ox Hide Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Ox Hide 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 Ox Hide Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Ox Hide Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.