Artichoke Lake vs East Toqua Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Big Stone County, Minnesota, side by side.
Artichoke Lake is the larger of the two at 1,971 acres against 437 for East Toqua Lake. On our rankings, Artichoke Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Artichoke Lake comes out ahead for boating, East Toqua Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Artichoke Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Artichoke Lake | East Toqua Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 58 / 100 | 49 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Correll | Graceville |
| Surface area | 1,971 acres | 437 acres |
| Max depth | 16 ft | 9 ft |
| Shoreline | 20.7 mi | 3.1 mi |
| Water clarity | 2.8 ft | 1.9 ft |
| Public access | 3 public boat launches (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 15 | 14 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | No | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingArtichoke Lake
- BoatingArtichoke Lake
- PaddlingEast Toqua Lake
- Ice FishingArtichoke Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Artichoke Lake or East Toqua Lake?
Artichoke Lake is bigger at 1,971 acres; East Toqua Lake covers 437 acres.
Which is deeper, Artichoke Lake or East Toqua Lake?
Artichoke Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 16 feet against 9 feet.
Is Artichoke Lake or East Toqua Lake better for fishing?
Artichoke Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Artichoke Lake lists 15 species and East Toqua Lake lists 14.