Hoff Lake
About Hoff Lake
Hoff Lake is a 139-acre lake near Cedar Mills in Meeker County, Minnesota. It reaches 8 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 1.8 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 17 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, white crappie, and bluegill. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2019.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Hoff Lake
- 139 acres, up to 8 feet deep, near Cedar Mills
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, white crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 1.8 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 139 acres
- Max depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 3 mi
- Water clarity
- 1.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 138 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
- Walleye fishing
- Ice fishing
- Low-clarity lakes are prone to summer algae blooms; keep dogs out of green, scummy water
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 17
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2019
- 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 Hoff Lake?
Hoff Lake is in Meeker County, Minnesota, near Cedar Mills. It covers 139 acres and reaches 8 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Hoff Lake?
Hoff Lake covers 139 acres with about 3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 8 feet.
What fish can you catch at Hoff Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White 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 Hoff Lake?
Yes. Hoff Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Hoff Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Hoff 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 Hoff Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Hoff Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.