Upper Hanson Lake
About Upper Hanson Lake
Upper Hanson Lake is a 131-acre lake near Taconite in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 35 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.1 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner.
Plan Your Visit to Upper Hanson Lake
- 131 acres, up to 35 feet deep, near Taconite
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
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Conditions
- Surface area
- 131 acres
- Max depth
- 35 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.1 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 26 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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Upper Hanson Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Upper Hanson Lake?
Upper Hanson Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Taconite. It covers 131 acres and reaches 35 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Upper Hanson Lake?
Upper Hanson Lake covers 131 acres with about 3.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 35 feet.
What fish can you catch at Upper Hanson Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Upper Hanson Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Upper Hanson Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Upper Hanson Lake.
Can you swim at Upper Hanson Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Upper 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.