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type: compare
title: "Lake Benton vs Shaokotan Lake"
county: "Lincoln"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/lake-benton-vs-shaokotan-lake
---

# Lake Benton vs Shaokotan Lake

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

| | [Lake Benton](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/lincoln-county/lake-benton) | [Shaokotan Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/lincoln-county/shaokotan-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 58/100 | 56/100 |
| Nearest town | Lake Benton | Ivanhoe |
| Surface area | 2,699 acres | 996 acres |
| Max depth | 9 ft | 10 ft |
| Shoreline | 18 mi | 8.7 mi |
| Water clarity | 1.5 ft | 4.3 ft |
| Public access | 3 public boat launches (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 11 | 8 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Yellow Perch |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |

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