Badger Lake Access
Badger Lake Access
Badger Lake Access is located at John F. Kennedy Memorial Park in Fort Dodge and features a boat ramp with a courtesy dock on the south side of the lake, plus a handicap-accessible fishing dock. Only electric trolling motors are allowed on the 45-acre lake.
Kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals are available Memorial Day through October 1st (10am-4pm, Monday-Friday) for visitors seeking water recreation opportunities.
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