Vanduse Lake - Ball Bluff Twp

Located in Aitkin County, Minnesota

Vanduse Lake sits in Ball Bluff Township, a two-and-a-half-hour drive from downtown Minneapolis.

There are several hospitals and medical centers in the nearby area, including Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital (a 38-minute drive) and St. Luke’s Hospital (an hour drive). St. Cloud Regional Airport is the nearest commercial airport, which offers flights all year long.

Vanduse Lake

Vanduse Lake is relatively small for the area. It is home to a diverse population of fish, well regarded among local fishermen for its variety of species, including Black Crappie, Largemouth Bass, and Northern Pike.

There are many activities on the lake for families to enjoy, including boating, watersports, and swimming.

Things to Do

Several delicious restaurants are in the area, such as Ruthie’s Restaurant, which offers delicious down-home cooking. Fisherman’s Bay serves incredible seafood from the local waters. Zorbaz offers great diner food classics served with a modern twist.

There are many other activities surrounding Vanduse Lake to excite visitors. Hill Annex Mine State Park offers great hiking and campgrounds for tourists and visitors. Interpretive Bog Boardwalk also offers hiking areas. Suomi Hills is a beautiful public park that welcomes hikers and campers of all shapes and sizes.

Enjoy Your Surroundings

Vanduse Lake is a wonderful, secluded getaway with a wide variety of sights and experiences that travelers won’t be able to find anywhere else!