Buck Lake
About Buck Lake
Buck Lake is a 61-acre lake near Burtrum in Todd County, Minnesota. It reaches 39 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 21 feet, and has roughly 1.4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 12.5 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. Special fishing regulations apply to sunfish, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2023.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Buck Lake
- 61 acres, up to 39 feet deep, near Burtrum
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 12.5 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 61 acres
- Max depth
- 39 ft
- Average depth
- 21 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.4 mi
- Water clarity
- 12.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 38 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
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
Best For
- 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
- 10
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2023
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Sunfish: Daily limit five.
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Buck Lake?
Buck Lake is in Todd County, Minnesota, near Burtrum. It covers 61 acres and reaches 39 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Buck Lake?
Buck Lake covers 61 acres with about 1.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 39 feet and its average depth is about 21 feet.
What fish can you catch at Buck Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Buck Lake?
Yes. Buck Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Buck Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Buck 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 Buck Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Buck Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Are there special fishing regulations on Buck Lake?
Yes. Daily limit five.