Lake Andrew
About Lake Andrew
Lake Andrew is a 923-acre lake near Forada in Douglas County, Minnesota. It reaches 83 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 29 feet, and has roughly 5.6 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 9.3 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 18 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. Special fishing regulations apply to sunfish, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 14, based on 28 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Lake Andrew
- 923 acres, up to 83 feet deep, near Forada
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 9.3 feet
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 923 acres
- Max depth
- 83 ft
- Average depth
- 29 ft
- Shoreline
- 5.6 mi
- Water clarity
- 9.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 323 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)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 18
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Sunfish: Daily limit 10.
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 14
- Years of record
- 28
- Earliest
- March 16, 2002
- Latest
- May 3, 2018
- Most recent
- April 3, 2021
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lake Andrew?
Lake Andrew is in Douglas County, Minnesota, near Forada. It covers 923 acres and reaches 83 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lake Andrew?
Lake Andrew covers 923 acres with about 5.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 83 feet and its average depth is about 29 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lake Andrew?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Tullibee (Cisco), and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Lake Andrew?
Yes. Lake Andrew has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Lake Andrew?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lake Andrew. 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 Lake Andrew stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Lake Andrew; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Are there special fishing regulations on Lake Andrew?
Yes. Daily limit 10.
When does the ice go out on Lake Andrew?
The median ice-out date is April 14, from 28 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 16, 2002 and the latest is May 3, 2018.
Does Lake Andrew have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Lake Andrew as infested with zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.