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Echo Lake vs Little Hanging Horn Lake

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

Little Hanging Horn Lake is the larger of the two at 114 acres against 108 for Echo Lake. On our rankings, Echo Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Echo Lake comes out ahead for boating, Echo Lake comes out ahead for camping, Little Hanging Horn Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Little Hanging Horn Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.

MeasureEcho LakeLittle Hanging Horn Lake
Lake Score73 / 10064 / 100
Nearest townMoose LakeBarnum
Surface area108 acres114 acres
Max depth47 ft70 ft
Shoreline2.8 mi3.2 mi
Water clarity13 ft10 ft
Public access1 public boat launch (concrete)1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
Fish species109
Game fishNorthern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, PumpkinseedWalleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill
StockedNoNo
Special regulationsNoNo
Swim beachYesYes
CampingYesNo
Invasive speciesNone listedEurasian watermilfoil

Which lake is better for…

  • Swimming
    Echo Lake
  • Boating
    Echo Lake
  • Camping
    Echo Lake
  • Paddling
    Little Hanging Horn Lake
  • Ice Fishing
    Little Hanging Horn Lake

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is bigger, Echo Lake or Little Hanging Horn Lake?

Little Hanging Horn Lake is bigger at 114 acres; Echo Lake covers 108 acres.

Which is deeper, Echo Lake or Little Hanging Horn Lake?

Little Hanging Horn Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 70 feet against 47 feet.