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type: compare
title: "Big Fish Lake vs Middle Spunk Lake"
county: "Stearns"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/big-fish-lake-vs-middle-spunk-lake
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# Big Fish Lake vs Middle Spunk Lake

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

| | [Big Fish Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/stearns-county/big-fish-lake) | [Middle Spunk Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/stearns-county/middle-spunk-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 66/100 | 66/100 |
| Nearest town | Cold Spring | Avon |
| Surface area | 557 acres | 236 acres |
| Max depth | 70 ft | 81 ft |
| Shoreline | 5.9 mi | 4.5 mi |
| Water clarity | 17 ft | 12.5 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 15 | 17 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | No | No |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel | Eurasian watermilfoil |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/big-fish-lake-vs-middle-spunk-lake)*