Sugar Lake
About Sugar Lake
Sugar Lake is a 1,014-acre lake near Annandale in Wright County, Minnesota. It reaches 69 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 25 feet, and has roughly 8.7 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 3 among the 61 Wright County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 11.7 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 16 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. Special fishing regulations apply to black and white crappie and northern pike, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2025.
There are 2 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 20, based on 19 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Sugar Lake
- 1,014 acres, up to 69 feet deep, near Annandale
- 2 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 11.7 feet
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 1,014 acres
- Max depth
- 69 ft
- Average depth
- 25 ft
- Shoreline
- 8.7 mi
- Water clarity
- 11.7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 357 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
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Quiet paddling
- 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
- 10
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Black and White Crappie: Daily limit five.
- Northern Pike: All from 24-36" must be immediately released. Possession limit three, only one over 36".
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 20
- Years of record
- 19
- Earliest
- March 17, 2016
- Latest
- May 4, 2018
- Most recent
- April 22, 2022
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sugar Lake?
Sugar Lake is in Wright County, Minnesota, near Annandale. It covers 1,014 acres and reaches 69 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Sugar Lake?
Sugar Lake covers 1,014 acres with about 8.7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 69 feet and its average depth is about 25 feet.
What fish can you catch at Sugar Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Tullibee (Cisco) and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Sugar Lake?
Yes. Sugar Lake has 2 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Sugar Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Sugar 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 Sugar Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Sugar Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Are there special fishing regulations on Sugar Lake?
Yes. Daily limit five. All from 24-36" must be immediately released. Possession limit three, only one over 36".
When does the ice go out on Sugar Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 20, from 19 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 17, 2016 and the latest is May 4, 2018.
Does Sugar Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Sugar Lake as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.