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type: compare
title: "Lake Traverse vs Mud Lake"
county: "Traverse"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/lake-traverse-vs-mud-lake
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# Lake Traverse vs Mud Lake

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

| | [Lake Traverse](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/traverse-county/lake-traverse) | [Mud Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/traverse-county/mud-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 75/100 | 34/100 |
| Nearest town | Browns Valley | Wheaton |
| Surface area | 10,849 acres | 2,449 acres |
| Max depth | 12 ft | 7 ft |
| Shoreline | 78.6 mi | 33.9 mi |
| Water clarity | 4.3 ft | 1.6 ft |
| Public access | 8 public boat launches (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 25 | 0 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | — |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |

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