Ashigan Lake

Ashigan Lake is a lake in Lake County, Minnesota. Ashigan Lake covers about 153 acres.

What to Expect at Ashigan Lake

Ashigan Lake is small enough to check weeds, wood, rock and the first deep drop without spending the whole day moving around.

Fish and Useful Baits at Ashigan Lake

Fish reported from Ashigan Lake include cisco, green sunfish, smallmouth bass, white sucker, and yellow perch.

Bass

For bass at Ashigan, work a tube, Ned rig or small crankbait across rock and firm points for smallmouth.

Yellow Perch and Sunfish

For panfish at Ashigan, keep a small jig, minnow or worm close to bottom for yellow perch.

Cisco

For other cold-water fish at Ashigan, use a tiny jig or small spoon at the depth where cisco are schooling.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Ashigan Lake

On a first trip to Ashigan, check one quiet cove, one rocky or firm point and the nearby deep water with a moving lure, then use a jig or worm where you find fish.

When to Fish Ashigan Lake

Spring at Ashigan is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer is a good time to fish shade, weeds and the first drop into deeper water. Fall at Ashigan can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.