Lake Ann
About Lake Ann
Lake Ann is a 653-acre lake near Ogilvie in Kanabec County, Minnesota. It reaches 17 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 11.4 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 2 among the 9 Kanabec County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 3.6 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 19 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and white crappie. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2021.
There is one public boat launch (asphalt surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. Woodsong RV Resort is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays. Ice typically goes out around April 16, based on 65 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Lake Ann
- 653 acres, up to 17 feet deep, near Ogilvie
- 1 public boat launch (asphalt) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and white crappie
- Average water clarity around 3.6 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
- Camping close to the water at Woodsong RV Resort
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (asphalt)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 653 acres
- Max depth
- 17 ft
- Shoreline
- 11.4 mi
- Water clarity
- 3.6 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 600 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 (asphalt)
- Camping: Woodsong RV Resort
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Lakeside camping
- Ice fishing
- Low-clarity lakes are prone to summer algae blooms; keep dogs out of green, scummy water
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 19
- Game fish
- 10
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2021
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 16
- Years of record
- 65
- Earliest
- March 25, 2000
- Latest
- May 16, 2013
- Most recent
- April 22, 2019
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
Camping & Reservations
Woodsong RV Resort is mapped on or near Lake Ann. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lake Ann?
Lake Ann is in Kanabec County, Minnesota, near Ogilvie. It covers 653 acres and reaches 17 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lake Ann?
Lake Ann covers 653 acres with about 11.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 17 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lake Ann?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, White 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 Lake Ann?
Yes. Lake Ann has 1 public boat launch (asphalt), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Lake Ann?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lake Ann. 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 Ann stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Lake Ann; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Lake Ann?
The median ice-out date is April 16, from 65 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 25, 2000 and the latest is May 16, 2013.
Can you camp at Lake Ann?
Yes. Woodsong RV Resort is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.