Lake Edward vs North Long Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, side by side.
North Long Lake is the larger of the two at 6,190 acres against 2,628 for Lake Edward. On our rankings, North Long Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Edward comes out ahead for swimming, North Long Lake comes out ahead for boating, North Long Lake comes out ahead for camping, North Long Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and North Long Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Edward | North Long Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 76 / 100 | 75 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Merrifield | Merrifield |
| Surface area | 2,628 acres | 6,190 acres |
| Max depth | 75 ft | 97 ft |
| Shoreline | 8.6 mi | 20.1 mi |
| Water clarity | 13.6 ft | 12.1 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 4 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 15 | 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 | Yes | Yes |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | No | Yes |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingNorth Long Lake
- SwimmingLake Edward
- BoatingNorth Long Lake
- CampingNorth Long Lake
- PaddlingNorth Long Lake
- Ice FishingNorth Long Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Edward or North Long Lake?
North Long Lake is bigger at 6,190 acres; Lake Edward covers 2,628 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Edward or North Long Lake?
North Long Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 97 feet against 75 feet.
Is Lake Edward or North Long Lake better for fishing?
North Long Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Edward lists 15 species and North Long Lake lists 18.