Hill Lake vs Round Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Aitkin County, Minnesota, side by side.
Hill Lake is the larger of the two at 794 acres against 737 for Round Lake. On our rankings, Round Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Hill Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Hill Lake comes out ahead for camping, Round Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Round Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Hill Lake | Round Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 76 / 100 | 74 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Hill City | Garrison |
| Surface area | 794 acres | 737 acres |
| Max depth | 48 ft | 125 ft |
| Shoreline | 10.8 mi | 5 mi |
| Water clarity | 10.6 ft | 13.6 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 16 | 18 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingRound Lake
- SwimmingHill Lake
- CampingHill Lake
- PaddlingRound Lake
- Ice FishingRound Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Hill Lake or Round Lake?
Hill Lake is bigger at 794 acres; Round Lake covers 737 acres.
Which is deeper, Hill Lake or Round Lake?
Round Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 125 feet against 48 feet.
Is Hill Lake or Round Lake better for fishing?
Round Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Hill Lake lists 16 species and Round Lake lists 18.