Big Lake vs Mitchell Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Sherburne County, Minnesota, side by side.
Big Lake is the larger of the two at 254 acres against 170 for Mitchell Lake. On our rankings, Big Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Big Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Big Lake comes out ahead for boating, Big Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Big Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Big Lake | Mitchell Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 70 / 100 | 56 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Big Lake | Big Lake |
| Surface area | 254 acres | 170 acres |
| Max depth | 48 ft | 33 ft |
| Shoreline | 2.4 mi | 2.2 mi |
| Water clarity | 12.5 ft | 11 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 14 | 13 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | No | No |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel |
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- PaddlingBig Lake
- Ice FishingBig Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Big Lake or Mitchell Lake?
Big Lake is bigger at 254 acres; Mitchell Lake covers 170 acres.
Which is deeper, Big Lake or Mitchell Lake?
Big Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 48 feet against 33 feet.
Is Big Lake or Mitchell Lake better for fishing?
Big Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Big Lake lists 14 species and Mitchell Lake lists 13.