Lake Ann
About Lake Ann
Lake Ann is a 375-acre lake near Howard Lake in Wright County, Minnesota. It reaches 19 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 10 feet, and has roughly 3.6 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 7.3 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 16 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. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2025.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Lake Ann
- 375 acres, up to 19 feet deep, near Howard Lake
- 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
- Average water clarity around 7.3 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 375 acres
- Max depth
- 19 ft
- Average depth
- 10 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.6 mi
- Water clarity
- 7.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 295 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
- 16
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- 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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3.3 miles away
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lake Ann?
Lake Ann is in Wright County, Minnesota, near Howard Lake. It covers 375 acres and reaches 19 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lake Ann?
Lake Ann covers 375 acres with about 3.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 19 feet and its average depth is about 10 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lake Ann?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black 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 (concrete), 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.