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Hanging Kettle
Aitkin County · Near Aitkin · DOW 01017000
318 ac
Surface Area
35 ft
Max Depth
8.5 ft
Water Clarity
4 mi
Shoreline
1 Public Access
This lake has 1 public access point for launching watercraft or shore fishing.
Weather
Fishing Forecast
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Highlights
Clear water with good visibility, nice for swimming and watching fish off the dock
Excellent fishing diversity with Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye all present
Great panfish lake with yellow perch and bluegill and black crappie. Solid pick for family fishing
In the heart of lake country near Aitkin in the Brainerd Lakes region
Size Distribution
2025 DNR survey — how fish here compare to statewide averages
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Hanging Kettle is a 318-acre lake located in Aitkin County, Minnesota near Aitkin. It has a maximum depth of 35 feet and a mean depth of 16 feet. Known for Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie. Last surveyed by MN DNR in 2025.