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type: compare
title: "Gunflint Lake vs Sea Gull Lake"
county: "Cook"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/gunflint-lake-vs-sea-gull-lake
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# Gunflint Lake vs Sea Gull Lake

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

| | [Gunflint Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/cook-county/gunflint-lake) | [Sea Gull Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/cook-county/sea-gull-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 86/100 | 80/100 |
| Nearest town | Grand Marais | Grand Marais |
| Surface area | 4,009 acres | 3,958 acres |
| Max depth | 200 ft | 145 ft |
| Shoreline | 39.2 mi | 75 mi |
| Water clarity | 16.3 ft | 15.1 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 11 | 9 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill, Yellow Perch | Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Lake Trout |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | No | Yes |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | spiny waterflea | spiny waterflea |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/gunflint-lake-vs-sea-gull-lake)*