Page Lake
About Page Lake
Page Lake is a 375-acre lake near Hancock in Stevens County, Minnesota. It reaches 17 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 12 feet, and has roughly 3.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 3.2 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch. 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 2023.
The DNR lists public water access for the lake; confirm the launch type before towing a trailer in.
Plan Your Visit to Page Lake
- 375 acres, up to 17 feet deep, near Hancock
- Public access on record — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 3.2 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Public access on record
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 375 acres
- Max depth
- 17 ft
- Average depth
- 12 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 3.2 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 170 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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
Best For
- 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
- 10
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2023
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Page Lake?
Page Lake is in Stevens County, Minnesota, near Hancock. It covers 375 acres and reaches 17 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Page Lake?
Page Lake covers 375 acres with about 3.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 17 feet and its average depth is about 12 feet.
What fish can you catch at Page Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Page Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.
Can you swim at Page Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Page 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 Page Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Page Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.