Lake Carlos vs Lake Miltona
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Douglas County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Miltona is the larger of the two at 5,731 acres against 2,605 for Lake Carlos. On our rankings, Lake Miltona comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Carlos comes out ahead for swimming, Lake Miltona comes out ahead for boating, Lake Carlos comes out ahead for camping, Lake Carlos comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Miltona comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Carlos | Lake Miltona |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 87 / 100 | 83 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Carlos | Leaf Valley |
| Surface area | 2,605 acres | 5,731 acres |
| Max depth | 163 ft | 105 ft |
| Shoreline | 12.8 mi | 17.5 mi |
| Water clarity | 17.1 ft | 10.7 ft |
| Public access | 4 public boat launches (concrete) | 3 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 20 | 19 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel | zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLake Miltona
- SwimmingLake Carlos
- BoatingLake Miltona
- CampingLake Carlos
- PaddlingLake Carlos
- Ice FishingLake Miltona
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Carlos or Lake Miltona?
Lake Miltona is bigger at 5,731 acres; Lake Carlos covers 2,605 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Carlos or Lake Miltona?
Lake Carlos is deeper, with a maximum depth of 163 feet against 105 feet.
Is Lake Carlos or Lake Miltona better for fishing?
Lake Miltona ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Carlos lists 20 species and Lake Miltona lists 19.