Hill Lake

Hill Lake near 47.4315, -93.6128 is a lake in Itasca County, Minnesota. Hill Lake covers about 46.2 acres and reaches a recorded 32 feet.

What to Expect at Hill Lake

Hill Lake is small enough to check weeds, wood, rock and the first deep drop without spending the whole day moving around.

Fish and Useful Baits at Hill Lake

Fish reported from Hill Lake include bluegill, largemouth bass, muskellunge, and yellow perch.

Bass

For bass at Hill Lake, fish weeds, wood and shade with a spinnerbait, jig or Texas-rigged worm for largemouth.

Yellow Perch and Sunfish

For panfish at Hill Lake, fish a worm, cricket or tiny jig near weeds for bluegill, and keep a small jig, minnow or worm close to bottom for yellow perch.

Muskellunge

For large predators at Hill Lake, throw a bucktail, jerkbait or large rubber lure along points and weed edges for muskellunge.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Hill Lake

On a first trip to Hill Lake, check one quiet cove, one rocky or firm point and the nearby deep water with a moving lure, then use a jig or worm where you find fish.

When to Fish Hill Lake

Spring at Hill Lake is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer is a good time to fish shade, weeds and the first drop into deeper water. Fall at Hill Lake can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.