Hancock Lake
About Hancock Lake
Hancock Lake is a 199-acre lake near Urbank in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It has roughly 2.2 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
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 Hancock Lake
- 199 acres, near Urbank
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
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Conditions
- Surface area
- 199 acres
- Shoreline
- 2.2 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
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Hancock Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hancock Lake?
Hancock Lake is in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Urbank. It covers 199 acres.
How big and how deep is Hancock Lake?
Hancock Lake covers 199 acres with about 2.2 miles of shoreline. The DNR has no depth on record.
What fish can you catch at Hancock Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Hancock Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Hancock Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Hancock Lake.
Can you swim at Hancock Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Hancock 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.