Nixon Lake
About Nixon Lake
Nixon Lake is a 60-acre lake near Hasty in Wright County, Minnesota. It reaches 67 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 14 feet, and has roughly 1.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 11 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2021.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the county.
Plan Your Visit to Nixon Lake
- 60 acres, up to 67 feet deep, near Hasty
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 11 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 60 acres
- Max depth
- 67 ft
- Average depth
- 14 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 11 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 33 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)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 9
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Nixon Lake?
Nixon Lake is in Wright County, Minnesota, near Hasty. It covers 60 acres and reaches 67 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Nixon Lake?
Nixon Lake covers 60 acres with about 1.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 67 feet and its average depth is about 14 feet.
What fish can you catch at Nixon Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Nixon Lake?
Yes. Nixon Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Nixon Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Nixon 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.
Is Nixon Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Nixon Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.