Anderson Lake
Aitkin County, Minnesota, near Sheshebee. DNR lake ID 01003100.
Anderson Lake is a 91.3-acre lake in Aitkin County, Minnesota, near Sheshebee. Its deepest point reaches 16 ft, and about 91% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 7.4 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 01003100 |
|---|---|
| County | Aitkin County, near Sheshebee |
| Surface area | 91.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 16 ft |
| Mean depth | 3.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 91% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 7.4 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 7.4 ft.
Fishing on Anderson Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1976 (50 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow perch | gill | 20.5 | 2.5 to 23.3 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 2.5 | 0.5 to 5.2 |
| Black crappie | gill | 56.0 | 1.5 to 7.5 |
| Black crappie | trap | 7.25 | 1.9 to 13.0 |
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Horseshoe Lake 1.8 mi, Aitkin County
- Island Lake 2.0 mi, Aitkin County
- Big Sandy Lake 2.1 mi, Aitkin County
- Minnewawa Lake 2.5 mi, Aitkin County
- Round Lake 3.4 mi, Aitkin County
- Glacier Lake 3.7 mi, Aitkin County
- Sandy River 4.2 mi, Aitkin County
- Brown Lake 5.0 mi, Aitkin County
Questions about Anderson Lake
How deep is Anderson Lake?
Anderson Lake reaches a maximum depth of 16 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 91% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Anderson Lake?
Anderson Lake covers about 91.3 acres in Aitkin County, Minnesota.
How clear is Anderson Lake?
Summer water clarity on Anderson Lake averages 7.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Anderson Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Anderson Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Are there lake homes for sale on Anderson Lake?
Homes on Anderson Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Anderson Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Anderson Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 91% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 7.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Anderson Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Anderson Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Anderson Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Aitkin County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 1976), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.