Jeanette Lake
About Jeanette Lake
Jeanette Lake is a 612-acre lake near Buyck in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 15 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 9.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 5 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 5 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, 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 2024.
There are 2 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the US Forest Service. Lake Jeanette Campground is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Jeanette Lake
- 612 acres, up to 15 feet deep, near Buyck
- 2 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the US Forest Service
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, and burbot
- Average water clarity around 5 feet
- Camping close to the water at Lake Jeanette Campground
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Forest Service
Conditions
- Surface area
- 612 acres
- Max depth
- 15 ft
- Shoreline
- 9.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 612 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 public boat launches (concrete)
- Camping: Lake Jeanette Campground
Best For
- Lakeside camping
- 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
- 5
- Game fish
- 4
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Camping & Reservations
Lake Jeanette Campground is mapped on or near Jeanette 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 Jeanette Lake?
Jeanette Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Buyck. It covers 612 acres and reaches 15 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Jeanette Lake?
Jeanette Lake covers 612 acres with about 9.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 15 feet.
What fish can you catch at Jeanette Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, and Burbot. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Jeanette Lake?
Yes. Jeanette Lake has 2 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the US Forest Service. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Jeanette Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Jeanette 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 Jeanette Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Jeanette Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Can you camp at Jeanette Lake?
Yes. Lake Jeanette Campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.