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type: compare
title: "Fountain Lake vs Freeborn Lake"
county: "Freeborn"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/fountain-lake-vs-freeborn-lake
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# Fountain Lake vs Freeborn Lake

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

| | [Fountain Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/freeborn-county/fountain-lake) | [Freeborn Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/freeborn-county/freeborn-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 53/100 | 39/100 |
| Nearest town | Albert Lea | Freeborn |
| Surface area | 522 acres | 2,034 acres |
| Max depth | 14 ft | 7 ft |
| Shoreline | 14.5 mi | 11.8 mi |
| Water clarity | 1.7 ft | 0.5 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 17 | 4 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie | Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, Black Bullhead, Green Sunfish |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | No | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/fountain-lake-vs-freeborn-lake)*