Spider Lake

Spider Lake is located two miles north of Nevis, Minnesota. It covers 597 acres and has an irregular shape with many bays. Spider Lake has no major inlets or outlets, which classifies it as a groundwater seepage lake. There is a minor connection from a small lake to the north (Crow Wing Lake), and a minor outlet flowing to Shallow Lake to the south. Water quality data have been collected on Spider Lake since 1977 (Table 3). These data show that the lake is at the oligotrophic, which is characterized by clear water throughout the summer and excellent recreational opportunities. The Spider Lake Association is involved in many activities, including water quality monitoring. They are also a member of the Hubbard County Coalition of Lake Associations.