Pimushe Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Pennington. DNR lake ID 04003200.
Pimushe Lake is a 1,230-acre lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Pennington. Its deepest point reaches 40 ft, and about 53% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 8.6 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for starry stonewort, zebra mussel. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 04003200 |
|---|---|
| County | Beltrami County, near Pennington |
| Surface area | 1,230 acres |
| Maximum depth | 40 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 53% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 8.6 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 23.2 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 10.8 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Murkier (2016 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | starry stonewort, zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 8.6 ft, phosphorus 23.2 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 10.8 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Pimushe Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: murkier.
Fishing on Pimushe Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2022 (4 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 | 3.42 | 1.3 to 5.5 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.18 | 0.2 to 0.7 |
| Northern pike | gill | 9.5 | 3.1 to 8.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.0 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 7.42 | 2.5 to 24.2 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.55 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.25 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.64 | 0.7 to 3.2 |
| Bluegill | gill | 2.75 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 7.45 | 5.6 to 42.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.17 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.18 | 0.3 to 1.1 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 2.5 | 0.7 to 6.5 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.58 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.82 | 1.7 to 8.2 |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.58 | 0.3 to 2.0 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.36 | 0.6 to 2.5 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.08 | n/a |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Walleye 24.0 in (2022), Northern pike 31.0 in (2022), Largemouth bass 16.0 in (2022).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Tullibee (cisco), Bowfin, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
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: starry stonewort (listed 2021), zebra mussel (listed 2019).
Public boat access
- Pimushe Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 15 trailer spaces. 5.5 mi N of Pennington off Cnty Rd 39. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Big Rice Lake 2.5 mi, Beltrami County
- South Twin Lake 3.1 mi, Beltrami County
- Little Moose Lake 3.3 mi, Beltrami County
- Webster Lake 3.3 mi, Beltrami County
- Moose Lake 3.4 mi, Beltrami County
- Little Rice Lake 3.6 mi, Beltrami County
- North Twin Lake 3.9 mi, Beltrami County
- Popple Lake 4.1 mi, Beltrami County
Questions about Pimushe Lake
How deep is Pimushe Lake?
Pimushe Lake reaches a maximum depth of 40 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 53% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Pimushe Lake?
Pimushe Lake covers about 1,230 acres in Beltrami County, Minnesota.
How clear is Pimushe Lake?
Summer water clarity on Pimushe Lake averages 8.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Pimushe Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Pimushe Lake for starry stonewort, zebra mussel.
What fish are in Pimushe Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, tullibee (cisco) in Pimushe Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2022.
Where is the public boat access on Pimushe Lake?
Pimushe Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Pimushe Lake.
How is the walleye population on Pimushe Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1993 to 2022, walleye numbers on Pimushe Lake ran mostly within the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
Are there lake homes for sale on Pimushe Lake?
Homes on Pimushe 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 Pimushe Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Pimushe Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 53% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 8.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Pimushe Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Pimushe Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Pimushe 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 2022), 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.