Buzzle
A 202-acre lake near Pinewood in Beltrami County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1986.
Fish Species (11)
Hybrid Sunfish
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 1986 | 9.50 | - | 0.16 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.5 per trap net · typical 1.7–8.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 1986 | 8.50 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Rock Bass
Typical numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.3 per trap net · typical 0.6–2.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 1986 | 2.25 | - | 0.57 lbs |
| Jun 25, 1986 | 0.50 | - | 0.25 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.5 per gill net · typical 3.1–8.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 1986 | 5.50 | - | 3.23 lbs |
| Jun 25, 1986 | 1.25 | - | 1.05 lbs |
Bluegill
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 57.0 per trap net · typical 5.6–42.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 1986 | 57.00 | - | 0.16 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 2.5–24.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 1986 | 4.25 | - | 0.26 lbs |
| Jun 25, 1986 | 0.50 | - | 0.15 lbs |
Black Crappie
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.7–3.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 1986 | 0.25 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Green Sunfish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 0.2–0.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 1986 | 0.50 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Other species in this lake (3)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
White Sucker
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net · typical 0.5–3.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 1986 | 1.50 | - | 2.00 lbs |
Shorthead Redhorse
Large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.3–3.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 1986 | 0.25 | - | 2.90 lbs |
Black Bullhead
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.3–2.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 1986 | 0.25 | - | 0.40 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 25, 1986HIGH NORTHERN PIKE POPULATION. BECAUSE OF SEVERE DROPOFF AROUND LAKE, RELIABLE NETTING IS DIFFICULT LOCAL FISHING REPORTS INDICATE A BETTER FISH POPU-…
HIGH NORTHERN PIKE POPULATION. BECAUSE OF SEVERE DROPOFF AROUND LAKE, RELIABLE NETTING IS DIFFICULT LOCAL FISHING REPORTS INDICATE A BETTER FISH POPU- LATION THAN REVEALED THAN REVEALED BY TEST NETTING
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Buzzle?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Hybrid Sunfish, Pumpkinseed, Rock Bass, Northern Pike, and Bluegill in Buzzle. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Buzzle?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Buzzle. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Buzzle?
Buzzle has a maximum depth of 83 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Buzzle last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Buzzle is from 1986. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Buzzle have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Buzzle in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 201.57 acres
- Max Depth
- 83 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.53 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed