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Bass Lake vs Tulaby Lake

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

Tulaby Lake is the larger of the two at 832 acres against 735 for Bass Lake. On our rankings, Tulaby Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Tulaby Lake comes out ahead for boating, Bass Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Tulaby Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.

MeasureBass LakeTulaby Lake
Lake Score60 / 10059 / 100
Nearest townWaubunWaubun
Surface area735 acres832 acres
Max depth26 ft43 ft
Shoreline10.7 mi5.8 mi
Water clarity10 ft7.2 ft
Public access1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)1 public boat launch (concrete)
Fish species1316
Game fishWalleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black CrappieWalleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie
StockedYesYes
Special regulationsNoNo
Swim beachNoNo
CampingNoNo
Invasive speciesNone listedNone listed

Which lake is better for…

  • Fishing
    Tulaby Lake
  • Boating
    Tulaby Lake
  • Paddling
    Bass Lake
  • Ice Fishing
    Tulaby Lake

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is bigger, Bass Lake or Tulaby Lake?

Tulaby Lake is bigger at 832 acres; Bass Lake covers 735 acres.

Which is deeper, Bass Lake or Tulaby Lake?

Tulaby Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 43 feet against 26 feet.

Is Bass Lake or Tulaby Lake better for fishing?

Tulaby Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Bass Lake lists 13 species and Tulaby Lake lists 16.