Big Stone Lake vs Artichoke Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Big Stone County, Minnesota, side by side.
Big Stone Lake is the larger of the two at 11,984 acres against 1,971 for Artichoke Lake. On our rankings, Big Stone Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Big Stone Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Big Stone Lake comes out ahead for boating, Big Stone Lake comes out ahead for camping, Big Stone Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Big Stone Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Big Stone Lake | Artichoke Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 77 / 100 | 58 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Ortonville | Correll |
| Surface area | 11,984 acres | 1,971 acres |
| Max depth | 16 ft | 16 ft |
| Shoreline | 119.9 mi | 20.7 mi |
| Water clarity | 4.7 ft | 2.8 ft |
| Public access | 14 public boat launches (concrete) | 3 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 23 | 15 |
| 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 | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingBig Stone Lake
- SwimmingBig Stone Lake
- BoatingBig Stone Lake
- CampingBig Stone Lake
- PaddlingBig Stone Lake
- Ice FishingBig Stone Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Big Stone Lake or Artichoke Lake?
Big Stone Lake is bigger at 11,984 acres; Artichoke Lake covers 1,971 acres.
Which is deeper, Big Stone Lake or Artichoke Lake?
Big Stone Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 16 feet against 16 feet.
Is Big Stone Lake or Artichoke Lake better for fishing?
Big Stone Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Big Stone Lake lists 23 species and Artichoke Lake lists 15.