Echo Lake vs Moosehead Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Carlton County, Minnesota, side by side.
Moosehead Lake is the larger of the two at 279 acres against 108 for Echo Lake. On our rankings, Moosehead Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Echo Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Moosehead Lake comes out ahead for boating, Echo Lake comes out ahead for camping, Echo Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Moosehead Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Echo Lake | Moosehead Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 73 / 100 | 64 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Moose Lake | Moose Lake |
| Surface area | 108 acres | 279 acres |
| Max depth | 47 ft | 18 ft |
| Shoreline | 2.8 mi | 3.2 mi |
| Water clarity | 13 ft | 4.4 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 10 | 14 |
| Game fish | Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | No | No |
| Special regulations | No | Yes |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingMoosehead Lake
- SwimmingEcho Lake
- BoatingMoosehead Lake
- CampingEcho Lake
- PaddlingEcho Lake
- Ice FishingMoosehead Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Echo Lake or Moosehead Lake?
Moosehead Lake is bigger at 279 acres; Echo Lake covers 108 acres.
Which is deeper, Echo Lake or Moosehead Lake?
Echo Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 47 feet against 18 feet.
Is Echo Lake or Moosehead Lake better for fishing?
Moosehead Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Echo Lake lists 10 species and Moosehead Lake lists 14.