Cedar Lake vs Bright Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Martin County, Minnesota, side by side.
Cedar Lake is the larger of the two at 707 acres against 639 for Bright Lake. On our rankings, Cedar Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Cedar Lake comes out ahead for boating, Cedar Lake comes out ahead for camping, Cedar Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Cedar Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Cedar Lake | Bright Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 56 / 100 | 53 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Trimont | Ceylon |
| Surface area | 707 acres | 639 acres |
| Max depth | 7 ft | 7 ft |
| Shoreline | 9.5 mi | 4.6 mi |
| Water clarity | 2.1 ft | 0.7 ft |
| Public access | 4 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 16 | 20 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Cedar Lake or Bright Lake?
Cedar Lake is bigger at 707 acres; Bright Lake covers 639 acres.
Which is deeper, Cedar Lake or Bright Lake?
Cedar Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 7 feet against 7 feet.
Is Cedar Lake or Bright Lake better for fishing?
Cedar Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Cedar Lake lists 16 species and Bright Lake lists 20.