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Big Watab Lake vs Middle Spunk Lake

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

Big Watab Lake is the larger of the two at 246 acres against 236 for Middle Spunk Lake. On our rankings, Big Watab Lake comes out ahead for boating, Big Watab Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Middle Spunk Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.

MeasureBig Watab LakeMiddle Spunk Lake
Lake Score67 / 10066 / 100
Nearest townAvonAvon
Surface area246 acres236 acres
Max depth123 ft81 ft
Shoreline4 mi4.5 mi
Water clarity16 ft12.5 ft
Public access1 public boat launch (concrete)1 public boat launch (concrete)
Fish species1517
Game fishWalleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, BluegillWalleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie
StockedYesYes
Special regulationsNoNo
Swim beachNoNo
CampingNoNo
Invasive specieszebra musselEurasian watermilfoil

Which lake is better for…

  • Boating
    Big Watab Lake
  • Paddling
    Big Watab Lake
  • Ice Fishing
    Middle Spunk Lake

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is bigger, Big Watab Lake or Middle Spunk Lake?

Big Watab Lake is bigger at 246 acres; Middle Spunk Lake covers 236 acres.

Which is deeper, Big Watab Lake or Middle Spunk Lake?

Big Watab Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 123 feet against 81 feet.