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Frequently Asked Questions About Hanson Lake, MN
- How big is Hanson Lake?
- How deep is Hanson Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Hanson Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Hanson Lake area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Hanson Lake?
- Are there boat launches on Hanson Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Hanson Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Hanson Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Hanson Lake?
How big is Hanson Lake?
How deep is Hanson Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Hanson Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Golden Shiner and White Sucker.
Are there places to stay in the Hanson Lake area?
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Are there topographical lake maps available Hanson Lake?
Are there boat launches on Hanson Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Hanson Lake?
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History & Status of the Fishery
Hanson Lake is a 32-acre lake that lies entirely within the boundaries of the Hubbel Pond Wildlife Management Area in central Becker County. The lake is surrounded by hardwood forest and grassland. Submerged and emergent vegetation grows in the nearshore area. There are no inlets or outlets on the one mile of undeveloped shoreline. It has been managed as a designated trout lake since 1962. A standard fisheries survey was completed on Hanson Lake in August 2023 to assess the fish populations.
Hanson Lake was chemically treated in 1989 to kill all fish and restart the trout fishery without the presence of undesirable fish. Rainbow Trout have been stocked annually since 1990, and it is the only species stocked in Hanson Lake by the Department of Natural Resources. However, unauthorized, illegal fish stocking activity has occurred in Hanson Lake in recent years. Surveys since 2003 have found White Sucker, Golden Shiner, Largemouth Bass, and Black Crappie to be present in the lake. In 2023, the Rainbow Trout gill net catch rate was eight per net, just above the historical average (seven trout per net). Rainbow Trout captured in gill nets ranged in length from ten to 13 inches and averaged 12 inches. Since their discovery in the lake in 2003, the Golden Shiner abundance has fluctuated. In 2023, Golden Shiners were abundant in trap nets and gill nets. The only other species surveyed in 2023 was Black Crappie. Black Crappie ranged in length from four to ten inches and averaged six inches.
What is the average air temp for Hanson Lake?
Are there any state parks near Hanson Lake?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Hanson Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Mud Lake | 0.7 mi | 79 | |
| South Tamarack Lake | 1.5 mi | 1,997 | |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.5 mi | 161 | |
| Cotton Lake | 1.8 mi | 1,763 | 28 ft |
| Evans Lake | 2.2 mi | 22 | |
| Pine Lake | 2.3 mi | 509 | |
| Alvin Lake | 2.6 mi | 10 | |
| North Twin Lake | 2.6 mi | 32 | |
| Height of Land Lake | 2.6 mi | 3,795 | 21 ft |
| Little Cotton Lake | 2.9 mi | 40 |
