Big Rush Lake
Becker County, Minnesota, near Pine Point. DNR lake ID 03010300.
Big Rush Lake is a 1,128-acre lake in Becker County, Minnesota, near Pine Point. Summer water clarity averages 5.9 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
Buying or selling on Big Rush Lake? Ask us what lakeshore here actually sells for, which stretches of shoreline buyers compete for, and what’s coming up before it’s listed.
Tell us about your dream home on Big Rush LakeWhat’s my Big Rush Lake property worth?Call (218) 656-6469
Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 03010300 |
|---|---|
| County | Becker County, near Pine Point |
| Surface area | 1,128 acres |
| Maximum depth | Not surveyed |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 5.9 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 13.6 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 4.2 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 5.9 ft, phosphorus 13.6 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 4.2 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Big Rush Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
- Big Rush Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 8 trailer spaces. 1.5 miles northwest of Ponsford, on the east shore of Big Rush Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Green Water Lake 3.5 mi, Becker County
- Shell Lake 4.3 mi, Becker County
- Wahbegon Lake 5.1 mi, Becker County
- Ice Cracking Lake 5.3 mi, Becker County
- Mud Lake 5.4 mi, Becker County
- Dumbbell Lake 5.6 mi, Becker County
- Round Lake 5.8 mi, Becker County
- Sockeye Lake 5.9 mi, Becker County
Questions about Big Rush Lake
How big is Big Rush Lake?
Big Rush Lake covers about 1,128 acres in Becker County, Minnesota.
How clear is Big Rush Lake?
Summer water clarity on Big Rush Lake averages 5.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Big Rush Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Big Rush Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Where is the public boat access on Big Rush Lake?
Big Rush Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Big Rush Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Big Rush Lake?
Homes on Big Rush Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Big Rush Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Big Rush Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, and summer clarity around 5.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Big Rush Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Big Rush Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Big Rush Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Becker County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest not on record), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.