Access Site
MN
Nodak Lodge and Resort
City: Bena, MN
County: Cass County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 47.35038534, -94.21737663
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Ball Club River near Ball Club, MN
9.5 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Nodak Lodge offers a full-service boat ramp access point on the south shore of Lake Winnibigoshish, a sprawling 140-mile shoreline destination in Minnesota's Chippewa National Forest. The facility caters primarily to fishing and boating, with dock space, boat slips, and rental motors available. The ramp itself features a sand and grass setting designed for fishing-focused use, making it a practical launch point for paddlers and boaters exploring the lake's accessible southern and southwestern shores, as well as mid-lake features.
Beyond the ramp, Nodak Lodge provides comprehensive on-site amenities including cabins, motel rooms, a campground, and full boat service—making it a convenient base for multi-day trips. The lake's expansive size makes it well-suited for kayaking and canoeing, though paddlers should be aware that conditions can be variable given the open water. Several USFS and USACE campgrounds operate nearby (Winnie, Tamarack Point, and Winnie Dam), offering additional camping options within 10 miles for those planning extended stays in the Mississippi River Headwaters region.
Beyond the ramp, Nodak Lodge provides comprehensive on-site amenities including cabins, motel rooms, a campground, and full boat service—making it a convenient base for multi-day trips. The lake's expansive size makes it well-suited for kayaking and canoeing, though paddlers should be aware that conditions can be variable given the open water. Several USFS and USACE campgrounds operate nearby (Winnie, Tamarack Point, and Winnie Dam), offering additional camping options within 10 miles for those planning extended stays in the Mississippi River Headwaters region.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Mississippi River Headwaters - Winnibigosh Lake
Located within
Mississippi River Headwaters - Leech Lake
Located within
Chippewa National Forest
Located within
Nearby Boat Facilities
Richards Townsite Boating
On-site