Hubert

Hubert Lake is a 1,301-acre lake near the city of Nisswa in Crow Wing County. A DNR administered public access is located on the west side of the lake off Camp Lincoln Road. Smallmouth Bass and Black Crappie are the primary management species. A special regulation calls for all Largemouth Bass and Smallmouth Bass 12 inches or larger to be immediately released. Hubert also has special fishing regulations for Crappies (daily limit of 5) and Sunfish (daily limit of 5). Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Walleye are other species managed on Hubert. A standard survey using gill nets, trap nets, and spring electrofishing was conducted in August 2025 to assess fish populations and provide angler information. Smallmouth Bass net numbers were the second highest recorded (3.6 per net) and the electrofishing catch for the lake (32.5 per hour) was the highest recorded. Smallmouth Bass collected with all sampling types ranged in length from 7.7 to 19.2 inches with the average length of 13.0 inches. The Largemouth Bass electrofishing catch in 2025 (45.0 per hour) was down considerably from recent samplings. Size still looked good, however, with fish ranging in length from 5.0 to 19.5 inches with an average length of 13.5 inches. Anglers should expect quality bass fishing for both Largemouth and Smallmouth on Hubert Lake. Northern Pike numbers were down (3.5 per net) compared to the previous survey. Anglers should have opportunities to harvest fish with 40 percent of the Pike below the 22 to 26 inch protected slot, as well as a shot at a trophy with 36 percent above the slot. Northern Pike up to 39.1 inches were sampled. Releasing larger Pike is encouraged to help maintain a quality size structure. Walleye fingerlings are stocked (240 pounds) every third year. Walleye numbers (4.4 per net) were slightly down compared to the previous survey. Lengths ranged from 12.1 to 25.4 inches and 30% were 20 inches or larger, suggesting a healthy size structure with both eater-sized and larger Walleye available to anglers. Hubert Lake has special fishing regulations for Crappies (daily limit of 5) and Sunfish (daily limit of 5). Black Crappies were not sampled in trap nets and were found in low numbers in the gill nets (0.5 per net). Size was good, with 67 percent measuring 10 inches or larger. Bluegill numbers were average (19.2 per net) compared to previous surveys. Anglers can expect action fishing Bluegill, however, trophy potential is limited with only 9 percent measuring at least 7 inches and only 1 percent over 8 inches. Other species sampled in the latest survey include Brown Bullhead, Common Carp, Hybrid Sunfish, Pumpkinseed, Rock Bass, Tullibee (Cisco), White Sucker, Yellow Bullhead, and Yellow Perch.

Hubert Lake measures 1,287 acres with a maximum depth of 83 feet and is located just southeast of the town of Nisswa in west-central Crow Wing County. Hubert is one of the few lakes in the area that have Smallmouth Bass available for anglers to catch. In 2005, a 12" maximum length (fish larger than 12" must be immediately released) regulation on Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass was put in place to try and maintain and enhance bass populations. Smallmouth Bass were sampled in high numbers at 2.1/gill net, when compared to similar lakes. Average length was 13.3", with 80% measuring at least 12.0" in length. Largemouth Bass were also sampled in high numbers at 1.7/gill net. Average length was 11.7", with 55% measuring at least 12.0" in length. Hubert Lake Walleyes may also catch the attention of anglers. Walleyes are stocked as fall fingerlings every third year (240 lbs). Walleyes were sampled at a rate of 4.3 per gill net, which is average compared to similar lakes. They also had a nice average length of 18.4". Northern Pike were caught in average numbers (3.3/gill net). Average length was 22.4" and fish above the 22"-26" protected slot made up 13% of the catch. Anglers are encouraged to keep the smaller Northern Pike under 22" to maintain a balanced Northern Pike population and put less pressure on the forage base in the lake, allowing continued survival of Walleye fingerlings that are stocked. Zebra Mussels are present in Hubert. Lake users are required to inspect and remove any aquatic plants and animals from their watercraft and trailers, as well as pull the plug and drain all water from the watercraft, including bilges, livewells and baitwells.

Hubert Lake has had a 12" maximum size limit regulation on Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass since 2005. This regulation was implemented to maintain and enhance the bass population and size structure. A night electrofishing survey was conducted on 25 May 2022 to sample the bass population. Largemouth Bass were sampled at a rate of 75.4/hr of run time. Past catch rates have ranged from 56.0/hr (2007) to 118.2/hr (2013). Average length was 14.5", with 48% at least 15.0" in length. Smallmouth Bass were sampled at a rate of 25.1/hr of run time, the highest catch rate to date. Past rates have ranged from 11.0/hr (2007) to 21.3/hr (2010). Average length was 15.3", with 64% at least 14.0" in length.

Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, and Walleye in Hubert. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.

Minnesota DNR records list public access for Hubert. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for the launch type and directions before you go.

Hubert has a maximum depth of 83 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.

The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Hubert is from 2025.

Yes — Hubert has confirmed zebra mussel. Clean, drain, and dry your equipment to avoid spreading invasives to other waters.