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type: compare
title: "Big Sandy Lake vs Hickory Lake"
county: "Aitkin"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/big-sandy-lake-vs-hickory-lake
---

# Big Sandy Lake vs Hickory Lake

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

| | [Big Sandy Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/aitkin-county/big-sandy-lake) | [Hickory Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/aitkin-county/hickory-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 69/100 | 69/100 |
| Nearest town | McGregor | Aitkin |
| Surface area | 6,125 acres | 212 acres |
| Max depth | 84 ft | 32 ft |
| Shoreline | 57 mi | 2.4 mi |
| Water clarity | 4.5 ft | 15.3 ft |
| Public access | 4 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) |
| Fish species | 21 | 13 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | No | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | flowering rush | None listed |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/big-sandy-lake-vs-hickory-lake)*