Little Rock Lake vs Mayhew Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Benton County, Minnesota, side by side.
Little Rock Lake is the larger of the two at 1,311 acres against 128 for Mayhew Lake. On our rankings, Little Rock Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Little Rock Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Little Rock Lake comes out ahead for boating, Little Rock Lake comes out ahead for camping, Little Rock Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Little Rock Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Little Rock Lake | Mayhew Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 66 / 100 | 53 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Rice | Mayhew |
| Surface area | 1,311 acres | 128 acres |
| Max depth | 17 ft | 20 ft |
| Shoreline | 10.6 mi | 3 mi |
| Water clarity | 2.3 ft | 4 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) |
| Fish species | 21 | 13 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | No | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLittle Rock Lake
- SwimmingLittle Rock Lake
- BoatingLittle Rock Lake
- CampingLittle Rock Lake
- PaddlingLittle Rock Lake
- Ice FishingLittle Rock Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Little Rock Lake or Mayhew Lake?
Little Rock Lake is bigger at 1,311 acres; Mayhew Lake covers 128 acres.
Which is deeper, Little Rock Lake or Mayhew Lake?
Mayhew Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 20 feet against 17 feet.
Is Little Rock Lake or Mayhew Lake better for fishing?
Little Rock Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Little Rock Lake lists 21 species and Mayhew Lake lists 13.