Upper Hanson Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Taconite. DNR lake ID 31034600.
Upper Hanson Lake is a 131.2-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Taconite. Its deepest point reaches 35 ft, and about 20% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 11.6 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 | 31034600 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Taconite |
| Surface area | 131.2 acres |
| Maximum depth | 35 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 20% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.6 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 11.6 ft.
Fishing on Upper Hanson Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1978 (48 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 3.0 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.25 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.33 | 1.5 to 23.0 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.33 | 0.5 to 2.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.25 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Bluegill | trap | 5.25 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.5 | 0.3 to 1.6 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.75 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.25 | 0.5 to 2.8 |
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
- McAlpine Lake 0.6 mi, Itasca County
- Cutaway Lake 1.9 mi, Itasca County
- Murphy Lake 2.1 mi, Itasca County
- Plantation Lake 2.1 mi, Itasca County
- Middle Hanson Lake 2.3 mi, Itasca County
- Moss Lake 2.7 mi, Itasca County
- Moonshine Lake 3.0 mi, Itasca County
- Sand Lake 3.1 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Upper Hanson Lake
How deep is Upper Hanson Lake?
Upper Hanson Lake reaches a maximum depth of 35 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 20% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Upper Hanson Lake?
Upper Hanson Lake covers about 131.2 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Upper Hanson Lake?
Summer water clarity on Upper Hanson Lake averages 11.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Upper Hanson Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Upper Hanson 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 Upper Hanson Lake?
Homes on Upper Hanson 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 Upper Hanson Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Upper Hanson Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 20% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 11.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Upper Hanson Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Upper Hanson Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Upper Hanson Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Itasca County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 1978), 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.