Banadad
A 178-acre lake near Maple Hill in Cook County — best known for pike. Last surveyed 1983.
Fish Species (2)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per gill net · typical 1.2–3.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 9, 1983 | 3.00 | - | 1.28 lbs |
Other species in this lake (1)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
White Sucker
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.2 per gill net · typical 2.6–11.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 9, 1983 | 1.20 | - | 2.17 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 9, 1983POOR GAMEFISH POPULATION. NORTHERN PIKE ONLY GAMEFISH PRESENT. THE NORTHERNS ARE VERY SMALL AND NOT VERY ABUNDANT. FORAGE SPECIES (MINNOWS AND PERCH)…
POOR GAMEFISH POPULATION. NORTHERN PIKE ONLY GAMEFISH PRESENT. THE NORTHERNS ARE VERY SMALL AND NOT VERY ABUNDANT. FORAGE SPECIES (MINNOWS AND PERCH) ARE ALMOST NON-EXISTANT.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Banadad?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike in Banadad. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Banadad?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Banadad. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Banadad?
Banadad has a maximum depth of 45 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Banadad last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Banadad is from 1983. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Banadad have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Banadad in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 177.87 acres
- Max Depth
- 45 ft
- Shoreline
- 8.17 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed