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Ashigan Lake

lakeLake County, Minnesota · near Prairie Portage153 acres43 out of 100 Lake Score Lake Score

About Ashigan Lake

Ashigan Lake is a 153-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Lake County, Minnesota. It reaches 59 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 13.7 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.

The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.

The DNR lists public water access for the lake; confirm the launch type before towing a trailer in. 4 campgrounds are mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.

Plan Your Visit to Ashigan Lake

What to Know Before You Go
  • 153 acres, up to 59 feet deep, near Prairie Portage
  • Public access on record — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
  • Average water clarity around 13.7 feet — very clear
  • Camping close to the water

Access & Fees

Public access
Public access on record
Launch fee
Free at DNR accesses
Managed by
US Forest Service

Conditions

Surface area
153 acres
Max depth
59 ft
Shoreline
3.5 mi
Water clarity
13.7 ft
Shallows (under 15 ft)
9 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

  • Camping (4 mapped)

Best For

  • Lakeside camping
  • Quiet paddling
Know Before You Go
  • Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake

Camping & Reservations

4 campgrounds are mapped on or near Ashigan Lake. 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.

Backcountry sites

Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.

Activities

PaddlingCamping

Amenities

Campground

Fish Species

No survey on file

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ashigan Lake?

Ashigan Lake is in Lake County, Minnesota, near Prairie Portage. It covers 153 acres and reaches 59 feet deep.

How big and how deep is Ashigan Lake?

Ashigan Lake covers 153 acres with about 3.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 59 feet.

What fish can you catch at Ashigan Lake?

The DNR has no fish survey on file for Ashigan Lake.

Is there a public boat launch on Ashigan Lake?

Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.

Can you swim at Ashigan Lake?

There is no mapped public swim beach at Ashigan 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.

Can you camp at Ashigan Lake?

Yes. A campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.