Burntside Lake vs Gilbert Pit
Two of the top-scoring lakes in St. Louis County, Minnesota, side by side.
Burntside Lake is the larger of the two at 7,314 acres against 243 for Gilbert Pit. On our rankings, Burntside Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Gilbert Pit comes out ahead for swimming, Burntside Lake comes out ahead for boating, Burntside Lake comes out ahead for camping, Burntside Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Burntside Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Burntside Lake | Gilbert Pit |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 87 / 100 | 82 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Ely | Gilbert |
| Surface area | 7,314 acres | 243 acres |
| Max depth | 126 ft | 443 ft |
| Shoreline | 103.5 mi | 5.8 mi |
| Water clarity | 18.1 ft | 22.8 ft |
| Public access | 6 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 15 | 10 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | spiny waterflea | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingBurntside Lake
- SwimmingGilbert Pit
- BoatingBurntside Lake
- CampingBurntside Lake
- PaddlingBurntside Lake
- Ice FishingBurntside Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Burntside Lake or Gilbert Pit?
Burntside Lake is bigger at 7,314 acres; Gilbert Pit covers 243 acres.
Which is deeper, Burntside Lake or Gilbert Pit?
Gilbert Pit is deeper, with a maximum depth of 443 feet against 126 feet.
Is Burntside Lake or Gilbert Pit better for fishing?
Burntside Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Burntside Lake lists 15 species and Gilbert Pit lists 10.