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type: compare
title: "Bear Creek Reservoir vs Lake Zumbro"
county: "Olmsted"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/bear-creek-reservoir-vs-lake-zumbro
---

# Bear Creek Reservoir vs Lake Zumbro

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

| | [Bear Creek Reservoir](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/olmsted-county/bear-creek-reservoir) | [Lake Zumbro](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/olmsted-county/lake-zumbro) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 61/100 | 58/100 |
| Nearest town | Chester | Oronoco |
| Surface area | 104 acres | 715 acres |
| Max depth | 37 ft | 43 ft |
| Shoreline | 5.2 mi | 22.8 mi |
| Water clarity | — | 5.3 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (asphalt) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 7 | 23 |
| Game fish | Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Black Bullhead | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass |
| Stocked | No | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | zebra mussel |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/bear-creek-reservoir-vs-lake-zumbro)*