Lake of the Hill
About Lake of the Hill
Lake of the Hill is a 147-acre lake near Garvin in Lyon County, Minnesota. It has roughly 1.9 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 2 fish species here, including yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2022.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner.
Plan Your Visit to Lake of the Hill
- 147 acres, near Garvin
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: yellow perch
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 147 acres
- Shoreline
- 1.9 mi
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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 2
- Game fish
- 1
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2022
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Lake of the Hill
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lake of the Hill?
Lake of the Hill is in Lyon County, Minnesota, near Garvin. It covers 147 acres.
How big and how deep is Lake of the Hill?
Lake of the Hill covers 147 acres with about 1.9 miles of shoreline. The DNR has no depth on record.
What fish can you catch at Lake of the Hill?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Lake of the Hill?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Lake of the Hill.
Can you swim at Lake of the Hill?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lake of the Hill. 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 Lake of the Hill stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Lake of the Hill; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.