Hanson Lake
About Hanson Lake
Hanson Lake is a 143-acre lake near Aitkin in Aitkin County, Minnesota. It reaches 42 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 9.3 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2016.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Hanson Lake
- 143 acres, up to 42 feet deep, near Aitkin
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 9.3 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 143 acres
- Max depth
- 42 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 9.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 88 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
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 11
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2016
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
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 Hanson Lake?
Hanson Lake is in Aitkin County, Minnesota, near Aitkin. It covers 143 acres and reaches 42 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Hanson Lake?
Hanson Lake covers 143 acres with about 3.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 42 feet.
What fish can you catch at Hanson Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Hanson Lake?
Yes. Hanson Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Hanson Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Hanson 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 Hanson Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Hanson Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.