Raddison Lake
Itasca County, Minnesota, near Bigfork. DNR lake ID 31028400.
Raddison Lake is a 203.6-acre lake in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Bigfork. Its deepest point reaches 40 ft, and about 36% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 16.8 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 31028400 |
|---|---|
| County | Itasca County, near Bigfork |
| Surface area | 203.6 acres |
| Maximum depth | 40 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 36% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 16.8 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 8.0 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 1.8 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 16.8 ft, phosphorus 8.0 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 1.8 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Raddison Lake rates as oligotrophic.
Fishing on Raddison Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2002 (24 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 14.17 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.78 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.67 | 1.5 to 23.0 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.0 | 0.5 to 2.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.0 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 16.17 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 25.22 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.5 | 0.3 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.78 | 0.3 to 1.6 |
| Smallmouth bass | gill | 0.17 | 0.3 to 1.1 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.17 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.89 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 12.0 in (2002), Northern pike 40.0 in (2002), Smallmouth bass 10.0 in (2002).
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
- Raddison Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 4 trailer spaces. 9 mi S of Big Fork on Cnty Rd 7, then 7 mi E on Cnty Rd 340, then 1.5 mi N on Cnty Rd 52, then 4.5 mi N and E to lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Blind Pete Lake 1.0 mi, Itasca County
- Lost Lake 1.2 mi, Itasca County
- Napoleon Lake 1.6 mi, Itasca County
- Little Coon Lake 2.0 mi, Itasca County
- Owen Lake 2.1 mi, Itasca County
- Coon Lake 2.8 mi, Itasca County
- Walters Lake 3.1 mi, Itasca County
- Long Lake 3.2 mi, Itasca County
Questions about Raddison Lake
How deep is Raddison Lake?
Raddison Lake reaches a maximum depth of 40 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 36% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Raddison Lake?
Raddison Lake covers about 203.6 acres in Itasca County, Minnesota.
How clear is Raddison Lake?
Summer water clarity on Raddison Lake averages 16.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Raddison Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Raddison Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Where is the public boat access on Raddison Lake?
Raddison Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Raddison Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Raddison Lake?
Homes on Raddison Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Raddison Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Raddison Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 36% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 16.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Raddison Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Raddison Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Raddison Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Itasca County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2002), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.