Buck Lake
Todd County, Minnesota, near Burtrum. DNR lake ID 77002900.
Buck Lake is a 61.3-acre lake in Todd County, Minnesota, near Burtrum. Its deepest point reaches 39 ft, and about 62% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 12.9 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. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 77002900 |
|---|---|
| County | Todd County, near Burtrum |
| Surface area | 61.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 39 ft |
| Mean depth | 21.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 62% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.9 ft through 2017 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 20.7 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 5.3 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 2017: clarity 12.9 ft, phosphorus 20.7 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 5.3 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Buck Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Buck Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2008 (18 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 | 2.67 | 2.7 to 9.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.67 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Walleye 24.0 in (2019), Northern pike 27.0 in (2019), Largemouth bass 15.0 in (2019).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Bowfin, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown 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
- Buck Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 4 trailer spaces. In Ireland Wildlife Management Area, 0.5 mi W of Burtrum to W shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Mountain Lake 1.4 mi, Todd County
- Moose Lake 1.5 mi, Todd County
- Long Lake 1.7 mi, Todd County
- Mound Lake 2.5 mi, Todd County
- Twin Lake 2.6 mi, Todd County
- Lady Lake 2.7 mi, Todd County
- Big Swan Lake 2.8 mi, Todd County
- Bass Lake 3.0 mi, Todd County
Questions about Buck Lake
How deep is Buck Lake?
Buck Lake reaches a maximum depth of 39 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 62% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Buck Lake?
Buck Lake covers about 61.3 acres in Todd County, Minnesota.
How clear is Buck Lake?
Summer water clarity on Buck Lake averages 12.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2017. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Buck Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Buck 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 Buck Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, bowfin, white sucker in Buck Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2008.
Where is the public boat access on Buck Lake?
Buck Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Buck Lake.
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 62% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 12.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Buck Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5.
Ask us about Buck Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Todd County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2008), 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.