Echo Lake vs Big Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Carlton County, Minnesota, side by side.
Big Lake is the larger of the two at 526 acres against 108 for Echo Lake. On our rankings, Big Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Echo Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Big Lake comes out ahead for boating, Echo Lake comes out ahead for camping, Echo Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Big Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Echo Lake | Big Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 73 / 100 | 62 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Moose Lake | Sawyer |
| Surface area | 108 acres | 526 acres |
| Max depth | 47 ft | 25 ft |
| Shoreline | 2.8 mi | 8.1 mi |
| Water clarity | 13 ft | 13.2 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 10 | 9 |
| Game fish | Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed | Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed |
| Stocked | No | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingBig Lake
- SwimmingEcho Lake
- BoatingBig Lake
- CampingEcho Lake
- PaddlingEcho Lake
- Ice FishingBig Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Echo Lake or Big Lake?
Big Lake is bigger at 526 acres; Echo Lake covers 108 acres.
Which is deeper, Echo Lake or Big Lake?
Echo Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 47 feet against 25 feet.
Is Echo Lake or Big Lake better for fishing?
Big Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Echo Lake lists 10 species and Big Lake lists 9.