Hanson
Otter Tail County, Minnesota — DOW #56019700
13 Surveys
45.8
Acres
65 ft
Max Depth
8
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Hanson. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Brown Bullhead
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 | — | 0.33 lb | 1 |
| 1976-06-23 | Standard trap nets | 17.2 | — | 0.28 lb | 103 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 1.5 | — | 6.42 lb | 3 |
Black Bullhead
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 4.5 | — | 0.11 lb | 9 |
| 1976-06-23 | Standard trap nets | 22.3 | — | 0.10 lb | 134 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 2.5 | — | 2.50 lb | 5 |
| 1976-06-23 | Standard trap nets | 0.5 | — | 2.50 lb | 3 |
Bluegill
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-06-23 | Standard trap nets | 47.5 | — | 0.12 lb | 285 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-06-23 | Standard trap nets | 10.8 | — | 0.08 lb | 65 |
| 1976-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 10.5 | — | 0.12 lb | 21 |
Largemouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-06-23 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 | — | 0.75 lb | 2 |
Golden Shiner
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-06-23 | Standard gill nets | 11.0 | — | 0.06 lb | 22 |
| 1976-06-23 | Standard trap nets | 0.8 | — | 0.03 lb | 5 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
Get DirectionsShowing 14 nearby bait & tackle shops on the map.
Nearby Bait & Tackle
Ben's Bait Shop
Battle Lake, MN
★ 4.6Carr's Lake Country Super Market
Ottertail, MN
★ 4.4Dunham's Sports
Fergus Falls, MN
★ 4.1Elizabeth General Store
Elizabeth, MN
★ 4.3Flagman Products
Fergus Falls, MN
JK-Outdoors
Fergus Falls, MN
★ 5Lakeland General Store
Pelican Rapids, MN
★ 4.8Lakes Community Coop - Ottertail Oasis
Ottertail, MN
★ 4Nearby Marinas
Resorts & Lodges Near Hanson
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Hanson. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Hanson
Other Lakes in Otter Tail County
Plan Your Trip to Hanson
- Weather forecast for Hanson — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 46.3669°N, 95.6080°W — Get Directions
- View on MN DNR LakeFinder for the latest survey data and lake info
- Review Minnesota fishing regulations for season dates and limits
- A Minnesota fishing license is required for ages 16+ — buy online at dnr.state.mn.us
Data sourced from Minnesota DNR Division of Fish and Wildlife. Last verified: March 19, 2026. Learn how we maintain this data.