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Frequently Asked Questions About St. Anna Lake, MN
- How big is St. Anna Lake?
- How deep is St. Anna Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in St. Anna Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the St. Anna Lake area?
- Are there boat launches on St. Anna Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near St. Anna Lake?
- What is the average air temp for St. Anna Lake?
- Are there any state parks near St. Anna Lake?
How big is St. Anna Lake?
How deep is St. Anna Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in St. Anna Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Cisco (Tullibee), Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Johnny Darter and White Sucker.
Are there places to stay in the St. Anna Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on St. Anna Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near St. Anna Lake?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in St. Anna 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
St. Anna Lake is a lightly developed natural environment lake located five miles east of St. Rosa in northern Stearns County. A survey conducted in 2015 was designed to monitor changes in the fishery which may have occurred over the past nine years since the last survey was done. Land use in the watershed is predominantly agricultural which has had an effect on the water quality and non point pollution has caused Tullibee to disappear.
The water clarity in St. Anna Lake averages about 10 feet over the summer. Based on the 2006 aquatic plant survey, northern watermilfoil and coontail were the most common species of submergent vegetation and grew to a depth of 10 feet. The lake has very little fishing structure other than along weedlines and steep drop offs. Public access is available at the state owned access located on the northwest side of the lake.
The summer survey on St. Anna Lake had low fish catches and may not have provided an accurate picture of the fish community. Species which may interest anglers include Northern Pike, Bluegill, Black Crappie, and Largemouth Bass.
St. Anna Lake has the reputation of being a good Bluegill lake. The average length of Bluegill was nearly seven inches and fish over nine inches were sampled. Thirty seven percent of the Bluegills sampled were greater than seven inches in length. Few Black Crappie were sampled but the majority were more than 10 inches.
Largemouth Bass are abundant in St Anna Lake and anglers have an opportunity to catch bass over 18 inches. All of the Northern Pike netted were small to medium in size which is typical of most lakes in the area. Walleye fingerlings have been stocked by the local sportsmen's club most recently in 2008; however based on the results of the survey Walleye numbers continue to be low. Both Yellow and Black Bullhead were caught with Yellow Bullheads being the more abundant of the two species. Yellow Bullhead can be an indicator of good water quality as they are less tolerant of turbid water than Black Bullhead. Other fish species that can be found are Bowfin (dogfish), Common Carp, Hybrid Sunfish, Pumpkinseed Sunfish, and Yellow Perch.
Removing cattle from the immediate shoreline and better agricultural practices within the watershed are encouraged to improve water quality in St. Anna Lake. Selective harvest is also encouraged to minimize the impact on the fish community. Releasing larger Northern Pike and voluntarily limiting harvest of large panfish will help sustain the quality and balance of the fish community in St. Anna Lake.
What is the average air temp for St. Anna Lake?
Are there any state parks near St. Anna Lake?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around St. Anna Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Mary Lake | 3.3 mi | 129 | 58 ft |
| Cedar Lake | 5.0 mi | 236 | 88 ft |
| Long Lake | 5.4 mi | 92 | 65 ft |
| Kings Lake | 5.7 mi | 204 | 44 ft |
| Pine Lake | 6.1 mi | 178 | 59 ft |
| Two Rivers Lake | 6.4 mi | 583 | 63 ft |
| Long Lake | 6.9 mi | 126 | 35 ft |
| Cedar Lake | 6.9 mi | 95 | 36 ft |
| Mound Lake | 7.1 mi | 270 | 57 ft |
| Big Birch Lake | 7.1 mi | 2,112 | 81 ft |
