Gunflint Lake vs Flour Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Cook County, Minnesota, side by side.
Gunflint Lake is the larger of the two at 4,009 acres against 330 for Flour Lake. On our rankings, Gunflint Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Flour Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Gunflint Lake comes out ahead for boating, Gunflint Lake comes out ahead for camping, Flour Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Gunflint Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Gunflint Lake | Flour Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 86 / 100 | 83 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Grand Marais | Grand Marais |
| Surface area | 4,009 acres | 330 acres |
| Max depth | 200 ft | 75 ft |
| Shoreline | 39.2 mi | 8.5 mi |
| Water clarity | 16.3 ft | 15.4 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 11 | 8 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill, Yellow Perch | Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Lake Trout |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | Yes |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | spiny waterflea | spiny waterflea |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingGunflint Lake
- SwimmingFlour Lake
- BoatingGunflint Lake
- CampingGunflint Lake
- PaddlingFlour Lake
- Ice FishingGunflint Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Gunflint Lake or Flour Lake?
Gunflint Lake is bigger at 4,009 acres; Flour Lake covers 330 acres.
Which is deeper, Gunflint Lake or Flour Lake?
Gunflint Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 200 feet against 75 feet.
Is Gunflint Lake or Flour Lake better for fishing?
Gunflint Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Gunflint Lake lists 11 species and Flour Lake lists 8.