Bingham Lake
About Bingham Lake
Bingham Lake is a 270-acre lake near Bingham Lake in Cottonwood County, Minnesota. It reaches 10 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 8 feet, and has roughly 3.2 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 3 among the 8 Cottonwood County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 2.8 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2022.
There are 2 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Bingham Lake
- 270 acres, up to 10 feet deep, near Bingham Lake
- 2 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 2.8 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 270 acres
- Max depth
- 10 ft
- Average depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 2.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 270 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
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Ice fishing
- Low-clarity lakes are prone to summer algae blooms; keep dogs out of green, scummy water
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 9
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2022
- 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bingham Lake?
Bingham Lake is in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, near Bingham Lake. It covers 270 acres and reaches 10 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Bingham Lake?
Bingham Lake covers 270 acres with about 3.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 10 feet and its average depth is about 8 feet.
What fish can you catch at Bingham Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Bingham Lake?
Yes. Bingham Lake has 2 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Bingham Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Bingham 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 Bingham Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Bingham Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.