Wilson State Park, a 36-acre wooded area with 160 campsites, borders the lake to the northwest with a sandy beach.

[3] The lake is popular among anglers, particularly for its muskies, some longer than 40 inches, along with bass, panfish, perch and walleye.

[5] The DNR analyzed fish specimens after a very large die-off that began on April 30, 2007, of muskies, bluegills, and black crappie.

[5] VHS is an infectious virus-spread fish disease responsible for mass die-offs of many species, but not linked to any human health concerns.

[6][7] Boats and fishing equipment should be disinfected before transfer from Budd Lake to other destinations.