Farm Lake vs Moose Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Lake County, Minnesota, side by side.
Moose Lake is the larger of the two at 1,301 acres against 1,292 for Farm Lake. On our rankings, Farm Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Farm Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Farm Lake comes out ahead for boating, Moose Lake comes out ahead for camping, Moose Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Farm Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Farm Lake | Moose Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 74 / 100 | 71 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Ely | Ely |
| Surface area | 1,292 acres | 1,301 acres |
| Max depth | 56 ft | 65 ft |
| Shoreline | 20 mi | 21.5 mi |
| Water clarity | 6.3 ft | 12.6 ft |
| Public access | 5 public boat launches (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 12 | 10 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | Yes | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingFarm Lake
- SwimmingFarm Lake
- BoatingFarm Lake
- CampingMoose Lake
- PaddlingMoose Lake
- Ice FishingFarm Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Farm Lake or Moose Lake?
Moose Lake is bigger at 1,301 acres; Farm Lake covers 1,292 acres.
Which is deeper, Farm Lake or Moose Lake?
Moose Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 65 feet against 56 feet.
Is Farm Lake or Moose Lake better for fishing?
Farm Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Farm Lake lists 12 species and Moose Lake lists 10.