Buttermint Lake is a lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. Buttermint Lake covers about 26 acres.
What to Expect at Buttermint Lake
Buttermint Lake is small enough to check weeds, wood, rock and the first deep drop without spending the whole day moving around.
Fish and Useful Baits at Buttermint Lake
Fish reported from Buttermint Lake include bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike, white sucker, yellow bullhead, and yellow perch.
Bass
For bass at Buttermint, fish weeds, wood and shade with a spinnerbait, jig or Texas-rigged worm for largemouth.
Yellow Perch and Sunfish
For panfish at Buttermint, fish a worm, cricket or tiny jig near weeds for bluegill, and keep a small jig, minnow or worm close to bottom for yellow perch.
Northern Pike
For large predators at Buttermint, cast a spoon, spinnerbait or swimbait beside weeds for northern pike.
Bullheads
For bottom fishing at Buttermint, fish a worm or small piece of cut bait in quiet water for bullheads.
A Simple Fishing Plan for Buttermint Lake
On a first trip to Buttermint, check one quiet cove, one rocky or firm point and the nearby deep water with a moving lure, then use a jig or worm where you find fish.
When to Fish Buttermint Lake
Spring at Buttermint is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer is a good time to fish shade, weeds and the first drop into deeper water. Fall at Buttermint can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.
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Distances are straight-line estimates between mapped water locations.