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type: compare
title: "Albert Lea Lake vs Fountain Lake"
county: "Freeborn"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/albert-lea-lake-vs-fountain-lake
---

# Albert Lea Lake vs Fountain Lake

Two of the top-scoring lakes in Freeborn County, Minnesota, side by side.

| | [Albert Lea Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/freeborn-county/albert-lea-lake) | [Fountain Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/freeborn-county/fountain-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 70/100 | 53/100 |
| Nearest town | Albert Lea | Albert Lea |
| Surface area | 2,669 acres | 522 acres |
| Max depth | 6 ft | 14 ft |
| Shoreline | 23.8 mi | 14.5 mi |
| Water clarity | 2.2 ft | 1.7 ft |
| Public access | 3 public boat launches (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 16 | 17 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/albert-lea-lake-vs-fountain-lake)*