Lake Ann vs Mitchell Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Sherburne County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Ann is the larger of the two at 183 acres against 170 for Mitchell Lake. On our rankings, Mitchell Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Ann comes out ahead for swimming, Mitchell Lake comes out ahead for boating, Lake Ann comes out ahead for camping, Lake Ann comes out ahead for paddling, and Mitchell Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Ann | Mitchell Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 71 / 100 | 56 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Orrock | Big Lake |
| Surface area | 183 acres | 170 acres |
| Max depth | 26 ft | 33 ft |
| Shoreline | 4.6 mi | 2.2 mi |
| Water clarity | 13 ft | 11 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 10 | 13 |
| Game fish | Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | No | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingMitchell Lake
- SwimmingLake Ann
- BoatingMitchell Lake
- CampingLake Ann
- PaddlingLake Ann
- Ice FishingMitchell Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Ann or Mitchell Lake?
Lake Ann is bigger at 183 acres; Mitchell Lake covers 170 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Ann or Mitchell Lake?
Mitchell Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 33 feet against 26 feet.
Is Lake Ann or Mitchell Lake better for fishing?
Mitchell Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Ann lists 10 species and Mitchell Lake lists 13.