Beuber Lake
Cass County, Minnesota, near Backus. DNR lake ID 11035300.
Beuber Lake is a 131.7-acre lake in Cass County, Minnesota, near Backus. Its deepest point reaches 32 ft, and about 57% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 6.7 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the eutrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 11035300 |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County, near Backus |
| Surface area | 131.7 acres |
| Maximum depth | 32 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 57% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 6.7 ft through 2024 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 66.8 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 8.1 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Eutrophic |
| 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 2024: clarity 6.7 ft, phosphorus 66.8 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 8.1 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Beuber Lake rates as eutrophic.
Fishing on Beuber 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 18.2 | 4.8 to 12.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.67 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 17.6 | 2.0 to 21.5 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.11 | 0.3 to 2.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 3.2 | 1.0 to 4.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.11 | 0.8 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.6 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 9.0 | 8.3 to 50.1 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.2 | 0.3 to 1.8 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.8 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.11 | 2.8 to 10.3 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2022), Northern pike 31.0 in (2022), Walleye 22.0 in (1996).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Bowfin, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 5. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
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
- Beuber Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 4 trailer spaces. From Backus, 3 miles N on Hwy 371, W .7 mile on 16th St NW to south shore of lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Island Lake 1.1 mi, Cass County
- Horseshoe Lake 2.4 mi, Cass County
- Ox Yoke Lake 2.5 mi, Cass County
- Pickerel Lake 2.8 mi, Cass County
- Willard Lake 2.8 mi, Cass County
- Long Lake 3.2 mi, Cass County
- Poquet Lake 3.2 mi, Cass County
- Five Point Lake 3.2 mi, Cass County
Questions about Beuber Lake
How deep is Beuber Lake?
Beuber Lake reaches a maximum depth of 32 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 57% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Beuber Lake?
Beuber Lake covers about 131.7 acres in Cass County, Minnesota.
How clear is Beuber Lake?
Summer water clarity on Beuber Lake averages 6.7 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2024. Its trophic state is eutrophic.
Does Beuber Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Beuber 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.
What fish are in Beuber Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, bowfin, white sucker, yellow bullhead in Beuber Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2022.
Where is the public boat access on Beuber Lake?
Beuber Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Beuber Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Beuber Lake?
Homes on Beuber 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 Beuber Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Beuber Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 57% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 6.7 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Beuber Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5.
Ask us about Beuber Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Cass 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.