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Frequently Asked Questions About Ham Lake, MN
- How big is Ham Lake?
- How deep is Ham Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Ham Lake?
- Are there fishing guides or charters for Ham Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Ham Lake area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Ham Lake?
- Are there boat launches on Ham Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Ham Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Ham Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Ham Lake?
How big is Ham Lake?
How deep is Ham Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Ham Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Banded Killifish, Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Iowa Darter and White Sucker.
Are there fishing guides or charters for Ham Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Ham Lake area?
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Are there topographical lake maps available Ham Lake?
Are there boat launches on Ham Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Ham Lake?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Ham Lake?
Join us in the fight to prevent the spread of invasive species These sneaky creatures can hitch a ride on boats, clinging onto propellers, anchor lines, and trailers. They can even survive in hidden places like bilge water and ballast tanks, or disguise themselves in dirt and sand that sticks to nets, buckets, anchors, and waders. But don't worry, we have the power to stop them in their tracks with just a few simple steps. So let's do our part and protect our waters from these unwanted invaders.
History & Status of the Fishery
Ham Lake is a 168 acre, class 38 lake located in northern Anoka County, primarily managed for Largemouth Bass with Northern Pike as a secondary management species. There is a public access located in the city park on the south side of the lake, and a 2004 survey found angling pressure to be relatively high compared to other lakes in the area at 101.5 hrs/acre. The fish community of Ham Lake reflects a typical Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Northern Pike community.
Northern Pike were sampled at a catch rate of 8.33 fish per gillnet,above average for class 38 lakes. The average sampled pike was 20.95 inches in length, and the largest pike sampled was 29 inches. Over 52% of Northern Pike sampled in this survey were longer than 21 inches, and 4% were greater than 26 inches in length.
Largemouth Bass are typically not sampled effectively in gillnets and trap nets, but bass catch rate in gillnets (2.33 fish per net) was above average for abundance in class 38 lakes. Sampled bass ranged from 8 to 16 inches, with an average length of 12.71 inches.
Bluegill catch rate was 17.25 fish per trap net, above average for class 38 lakes. Sampled Bluegills ranged from under 3 inches to 8 inches in length, with an average length of 5.53 inches. Size structure was poor, 36% of sampled Bluegills were greater than 6 inches in length and 2% were greater than 7 inches. Black Crappie catch rate was 0.88 fish per trap net, below average for class 38 lakes, and Pumpkinseed Sunfish catch rate was 2.75 fish per trapnet, above average for class 38 lakes. Yellow Bullheads were sampled at 9.33 fish per gillnet, significantly above average for class 38 lakes.
What is the average air temp for Ham Lake?
Are there any state parks near Ham Lake?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
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