Lake Itasca vs Pickerel Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Clearwater County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Itasca is the larger of the two at 1,065 acres against 143 for Pickerel Lake. On our rankings, Lake Itasca comes out ahead for fishing, Pickerel Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Lake Itasca comes out ahead for boating, Lake Itasca comes out ahead for camping, Pickerel Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Itasca comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Itasca | Pickerel Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 75 / 100 | 70 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Lake Itasca | Lake Itasca |
| Surface area | 1,065 acres | 143 acres |
| Max depth | 40 ft | 60 ft |
| Shoreline | 14.3 mi | 2.8 mi |
| Water clarity | 5.9 ft | 15.3 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) |
| Fish species | 15 | 12 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | Yes | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLake Itasca
- SwimmingPickerel Lake
- BoatingLake Itasca
- CampingLake Itasca
- PaddlingPickerel Lake
- Ice FishingLake Itasca
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Itasca or Pickerel Lake?
Lake Itasca is bigger at 1,065 acres; Pickerel Lake covers 143 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Itasca or Pickerel Lake?
Pickerel Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 60 feet against 40 feet.
Is Lake Itasca or Pickerel Lake better for fishing?
Lake Itasca ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Itasca lists 15 species and Pickerel Lake lists 12.