Buzzle Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Pinewood. DNR lake ID 04029700.
Buzzle Lake is a 201.6-acre lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Pinewood. Its deepest point reaches 83 ft, and about 21% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 17.4 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 04029700 |
|---|---|
| County | Beltrami County, near Pinewood |
| Surface area | 201.6 acres |
| Maximum depth | 83 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 21% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 17.4 ft through 2024 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 8.7 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 1.8 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2024: clarity 17.4 ft, phosphorus 8.7 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 1.8 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Buzzle Lake rates as oligotrophic.
Fishing on Buzzle Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1986 (40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 5.5 | 3.1 to 8.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.25 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.5 | 2.5 to 24.2 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 4.25 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.25 | 0.7 to 3.2 |
| Bluegill | trap | 57.0 | 5.6 to 42.3 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 0.5 | 0.7 to 6.5 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 8.5 | 1.7 to 8.2 |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.5 | 0.3 to 2.0 |
| Rock bass | trap | 2.25 | 0.6 to 2.5 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 9.5 | n/a |
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
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Little Buzzle Lake 1.2 mi, Beltrami County
- Whitefish Lake 1.5 mi, Beltrami County
- Funkley Lake 2.9 mi, Beltrami County
- Erick Lake 5.3 mi, Beltrami County
- Deer Lake 5.8 mi, Beltrami County
- Sandy Lake 6.8 mi, Beltrami County
- Long Lake 7.7 mi, Beltrami County
- Clearwater Lake 8.3 mi, Beltrami County
Questions about Buzzle Lake
How deep is Buzzle Lake?
Buzzle Lake reaches a maximum depth of 83 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 21% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Buzzle Lake?
Buzzle Lake covers about 201.6 acres in Beltrami County, Minnesota.
How clear is Buzzle Lake?
Summer water clarity on Buzzle Lake averages 17.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2024. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Buzzle Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Buzzle 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.
Are there lake homes for sale on Buzzle Lake?
Homes on Buzzle 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 Buzzle Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Buzzle Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 21% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 17.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Buzzle Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Buzzle Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Buzzle Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Beltrami County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 1986), 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.