Buck Lake
Becker County, Minnesota, near Bucks Mill. DNR lake ID 03047300.
Buck Lake is an 85.9-acre lake in Becker County, Minnesota, near Bucks Mill. Its deepest point reaches 15 ft, and about 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 9.6 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. The DNR lists it for flowering rush, zebra mussel.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 03047300 |
|---|---|
| County | Becker County, near Bucks Mill |
| Surface area | 85.9 acres |
| Maximum depth | 15 ft |
| Mean depth | 8.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 100% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 9.6 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | flowering rush, zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 9.6 ft.
Fishing on Buck Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1987 (39 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | gill | 2.5 | 1.5 to 5.8 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.43 | 0.3 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 22.5 | 4.6 to 11.6 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.86 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.75 | 8.0 to 40.3 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.14 | 0.8 to 4.5 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.25 | 1.0 to 7.3 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.57 | 0.8 to 6.5 |
| Bluegill | gill | 4.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 55.57 | 2.5 to 25.0 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.43 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.75 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 33.29 | 1.4 to 8.6 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.75 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 14.0 | n/a |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
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
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: flowering rush (listed 2009), zebra mussel (listed 2012).
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Mill Lake 0.9 mi, Becker County
- Hand Lake 1.2 mi, Otter Tail County
- Holbrook Lake 1.2 mi, Otter Tail County
- Little Pelican Lake 1.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- Sauer Lake 1.8 mi, Becker County
- Melissa Lake 1.9 mi, Becker County
- Eunice Lake 2.7 mi, Becker County
- Meadow Lake 3.2 mi, Becker County
Questions about Buck Lake
How deep is Buck Lake?
Buck Lake reaches a maximum depth of 15 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Buck Lake?
Buck Lake covers about 85.9 acres in Becker County, Minnesota.
How clear is Buck Lake?
Summer water clarity on Buck Lake averages 9.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Buck Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Buck Lake for flowering rush, zebra mussel.
Are there lake homes for sale on Buck Lake?
Homes on Buck 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 Buck Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Buck Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 100% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 9.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Buck Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Buck Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Buck 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 1987), 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.