Astrid Lake
About Astrid Lake
Astrid Lake is a 120-acre lake near Buyck in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 30 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 6.7 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, bluegill, pumpkinseed, yellow perch, and burbot. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2021.
Public access is carry-in only — plan on a canoe, kayak or small boat you can hand-launch. 2 campgrounds are mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Astrid Lake
- 120 acres, up to 30 feet deep, near Buyck
- Carry-in access only — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, bluegill, pumpkinseed, yellow perch, and burbot
- Average water clarity around 6.7 feet
- Camping close to the water
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Carry-in access only
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Forest Service, county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 120 acres
- Max depth
- 30 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 6.7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 57 acres
Rules & Regulations
- A Minnesota fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older
- Drain plugs must be out and all water drained before leaving any access; remove aquatic plants from boats and trailers
- Children under 10 must wear a life jacket on a boat that is underway
Facilities
- 2 carry-in accesses
- Camping (2 mapped)
Best For
- Lakeside camping
- Quiet paddling
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 9
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2021
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Camping & Reservations
2 campgrounds are mapped on or near Astrid Lake. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Astrid Lake?
Astrid Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Buyck. It covers 120 acres and reaches 30 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Astrid Lake?
Astrid Lake covers 120 acres with about 1.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 30 feet.
What fish can you catch at Astrid Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Burbot, and Rock Bass. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Astrid Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: carry-in access only.
Can you swim at Astrid Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Astrid Lake. Minnesota's public waters are open to swimming where you have legal access, but there are no lifeguards or water-quality monitoring away from designated beaches.
Is Astrid Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Astrid Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Can you camp at Astrid Lake?
Yes. A campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.