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type: compare
title: "Big Stone Lake vs Artichoke Lake"
county: "Big Stone"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/big-stone-lake-vs-artichoke-lake
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# Big Stone Lake vs Artichoke Lake

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

| | [Big Stone Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/big-stone-county/big-stone-lake) | [Artichoke Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/big-stone-county/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 |

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