Banadad Lake
About Banadad Lake
Banadad Lake is a 178-acre lake near Maple Hill in Cook County, Minnesota. It reaches 45 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 8.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 7.5 feet.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
The DNR lists public water access for the lake; confirm the launch type before towing a trailer in. Banadad Lake #4 and Banadad Lake #3 are mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Banadad Lake
- 178 acres, up to 45 feet deep, near Maple Hill
- Public access on record — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Average water clarity around 7.5 feet
- Camping close to the water at Banadad Lake #4 and Banadad Lake #3
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Public access on record
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 178 acres
- Max depth
- 45 ft
- Shoreline
- 8.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 7.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 89 acres
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
- Camping: Banadad Lake #4, Banadad Lake #3, and Banadad Lake #2
Best For
- Lakeside camping
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Camping & Reservations
Banadad Lake #4, Banadad Lake #3, Banadad Lake #2, and Banadad Lake #1 are mapped on or near Banadad Lake. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Banadad Lake?
Banadad Lake is in Cook County, Minnesota, near Maple Hill. It covers 178 acres and reaches 45 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Banadad Lake?
Banadad Lake covers 178 acres with about 8.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 45 feet.
What fish can you catch at Banadad Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Banadad Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Banadad Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.
Can you swim at Banadad Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Banadad 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.
Can you camp at Banadad Lake?
Yes. Banadad Lake #4, Banadad Lake #3, and Banadad Lake #2 are mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.