Dade Lake
About Dade Lake
Dade Lake is a 99-acre lake near East Gull Lake in Cass County, Minnesota. It has roughly 1.6 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 4 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2014.
There is one public boat launch. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Dade Lake
- 99 acres, near East Gull Lake
- 1 public boat launch
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 99 acres
- Shoreline
- 1.6 mi
Rules & Regulations
- A Minnesota fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older
- Drain plugs must be out and all water drained before leaving any access; remove aquatic plants from boats and trailers
- Children under 10 must wear a life jacket on a boat that is underway
Facilities
- 1 public boat launch
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 4
- Game fish
- 4
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2014
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
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Plan your trip to Dade Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dade Lake?
Dade Lake is in Cass County, Minnesota, near East Gull Lake. It covers 99 acres.
How big and how deep is Dade Lake?
Dade Lake covers 99 acres with about 1.6 miles of shoreline. The DNR has no depth on record.
What fish can you catch at Dade Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Dade Lake?
Yes. Dade Lake has 1 public boat launch. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Dade Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Dade Lake. Minnesota's public waters are open to swimming where you have legal access, but there are no lifeguards or water-quality monitoring away from designated beaches.
Is Dade Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Dade Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Does Dade Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Dade Lake as infested with zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.