Lake Shetek vs Lake Sarah
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Murray County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Shetek is the larger of the two at 3,462 acres against 1,209 for Lake Sarah. On our rankings, Lake Shetek comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Shetek comes out ahead for boating, Lake Shetek comes out ahead for camping, Lake Shetek comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Shetek comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Shetek | Lake Sarah |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 57 / 100 | 51 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Currie | Garvin |
| Surface area | 3,462 acres | 1,209 acres |
| Max depth | 10 ft | 10 ft |
| Shoreline | 36 mi | 8.1 mi |
| Water clarity | 1 ft | 3.1 ft |
| Public access | 4 public boat launches (concrete) | 3 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 20 | 10 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie | Walleye, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel | zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLake Shetek
- BoatingLake Shetek
- CampingLake Shetek
- PaddlingLake Shetek
- Ice FishingLake Shetek
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Shetek or Lake Sarah?
Lake Shetek is bigger at 3,462 acres; Lake Sarah covers 1,209 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Shetek or Lake Sarah?
Lake Shetek is deeper, with a maximum depth of 10 feet against 10 feet.
Is Lake Shetek or Lake Sarah better for fishing?
Lake Shetek ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Shetek lists 20 species and Lake Sarah lists 10.