Ham Lake
About Ham Lake
Ham Lake is a 155-acre lake near Ham Lake in Anoka County, Minnesota. It reaches 22 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 6 feet, and has roughly 3.4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4.3 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2016.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the city. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Ham Lake
- 155 acres, up to 22 feet deep, near Ham Lake
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the city
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 4.3 feet
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city
Conditions
- Surface area
- 155 acres
- Max depth
- 22 ft
- Average depth
- 6 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.4 mi
- Water clarity
- 4.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 119 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
- 7
- Game fish
- 5
- 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 Ham Lake?
Ham Lake is in Anoka County, Minnesota, near Ham Lake. It covers 155 acres and reaches 22 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Ham Lake?
Ham Lake covers 155 acres with about 3.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 22 feet and its average depth is about 6 feet.
What fish can you catch at Ham Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Pumpkinseed. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Ham Lake?
Yes. Ham Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the city. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Ham Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Ham 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 Ham Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Ham Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Does Ham Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Ham Lake as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.