Big Hanson Lake

Big Hanson Lake is a lake in Cass County, Minnesota. Big Hanson Lake covers about 18 acres.

What to Expect at Big Hanson Lake

Big Hanson 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 Big Hanson Lake

Fish reported from Big Hanson Lake include black bullhead, brown bullhead, golden shiner, northern pike, pumpkinseed, walleye, white sucker, yellow bullhead, and yellow perch.

Yellow Perch and Sunfish

For panfish at Big Hanson, fish a worm, cricket or tiny jig near weeds for pumpkinseed, and keep a small jig, minnow or worm close to bottom for yellow perch.

Walleye

For roaming fish at Big Hanson, jig a minnow or troll a crankbait along points and deeper edges for walleye.

Northern Pike

For large predators at Big Hanson, cast a spoon, spinnerbait or swimbait beside weeds for northern pike.

Bullheads

For bottom fishing at Big Hanson, fish a worm or small piece of cut bait in quiet water for bullheads.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Big Hanson Lake

On a first trip to Big Hanson, 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 Big Hanson Lake

Spring at Big Hanson 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 Big Hanson can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.