Hoffman Lake
About Hoffman Lake
Hoffman Lake is a 157-acre lake near Vergas in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It reaches 20 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 11.5 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 1 fish species here, including largemouth bass. 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 2019.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Hoffman Lake
- 157 acres, up to 20 feet deep, near Vergas
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: largemouth bass
- Average water clarity around 11.5 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 157 acres
- Max depth
- 20 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 11.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 150 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)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 1
- Game fish
- 1
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2019
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- No
- 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 Hoffman Lake?
Hoffman Lake is in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Vergas. It covers 157 acres and reaches 20 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Hoffman Lake?
Hoffman Lake covers 157 acres with about 2.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 20 feet.
What fish can you catch at Hoffman Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Largemouth Bass. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Hoffman Lake?
Yes. Hoffman Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Hoffman Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Hoffman 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 Hoffman Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Hoffman Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.