Beaver Dam Lake - Maple Plain

Located in Barron County, Wisconsin

Beaver Dam Lake is only one mile from the Cumberland Memorial Hospital, and the Barron Municipal Airport is 18 miles away. Nilssen's Foods is an excellent grocery shopping choice, as it's only half a mile away. As a bonus, you are only 88 miles away from Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Lake Days

Beaver Dam Lake is a whopping 1,163 acres and offers endless things to do under the sun. When it comes to fishing, you are sure to find channel catfish, largemouth bass, and walleye.

You can swim, canoe, kayak, paddleboard, or tube while on your boat for water-based activities. Finally, if you are more of a land person, you can have a lovely stroll around the perimeter of the lake or have a picnic with the family.

Around the Town

Now, suppose you get hungry while staying in the Cumberland area. In that case, these spots are a must: Louie's on the Lake, Bob & Steve's, 2nd Avenue Wellness, Barronett Bar and Grill, Bistro 63, Nezzy's Sports Bar & Grill.

Once you have had your fill, you can see some sights the town offers. Like Tactical Escape 101- Rice Lake Escape Rooms, Quaderer's Creek, Rainbow Valley Sunflower Patch, Rice Bed Creek State Wildlife Area, The Pumpkin Blaster. All within 45 minutes from the lake.

Explore Minneapolis

Minneapolis, located a little under two hours from Beaver Dam Lake, offers many attractions, such as the Minneapolis Institute of Art! Travel through 4,000 years of world history as you view more than 80,000 works of sculpture, photography, paintings, drawings, and prints.

The Mall of America offers great shopping and hosts over 40 million people annually. Nickelodeon Universe is an incredibly family-friendly amusement park in the mall and is split into two indoor amusement parks.

Another local favorite is the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. One of the crown jewels of the city’s park system, the garden is a top destination for tourists to enjoy art like the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry.

Finally, for outdoor recreation and scenic nature, check out Minnehaha Park. This is the oldest park in Minneapolis and boasts 193 acres, numerous scenic trails, limestone bluffs, a 53-foot waterfall, picnic pavilions, bike rentals, and an off-leash dog park.

Stay Awhile

If you're looking for a large lake with a small-town feel that isn't too far from a major city, then you've found the perfect match in Beaver Dam Lake!