Little Birch Lake vs Big Birch Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Todd County, Minnesota, side by side.
Big Birch Lake is the larger of the two at 2,107 acres against 839 for Little Birch Lake. On our rankings, Little Birch Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Big Birch Lake comes out ahead for boating, Little Birch Lake comes out ahead for camping, Little Birch Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Big Birch Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Little Birch Lake | Big Birch Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 70 / 100 | 64 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Grey Eagle | Grey Eagle |
| Surface area | 839 acres | 2,107 acres |
| Max depth | 89 ft | 81 ft |
| Shoreline | 8.6 mi | 15.3 mi |
| Water clarity | 11.3 ft | 6.1 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 5 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 20 | 18 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel | zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLittle Birch Lake
- BoatingBig Birch Lake
- CampingLittle Birch Lake
- PaddlingLittle Birch Lake
- Ice FishingBig Birch Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Little Birch Lake or Big Birch Lake?
Big Birch Lake is bigger at 2,107 acres; Little Birch Lake covers 839 acres.
Which is deeper, Little Birch Lake or Big Birch Lake?
Little Birch Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 89 feet against 81 feet.
Is Little Birch Lake or Big Birch Lake better for fishing?
Little Birch Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Little Birch Lake lists 20 species and Big Birch Lake lists 18.