Little Sand Lake vs Mantrap Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Hubbard County, Minnesota, side by side.
Mantrap Lake is the larger of the two at 1,618 acres against 410 for Little Sand Lake. On our rankings, Mantrap Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Little Sand Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Mantrap Lake comes out ahead for boating, Mantrap Lake comes out ahead for camping, Little Sand Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Little Sand Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Little Sand Lake | Mantrap Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 75 / 100 | 71 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Dorset | Emmaville |
| Surface area | 410 acres | 1,618 acres |
| Max depth | 80 ft | 68 ft |
| Shoreline | 6.4 mi | 26.3 mi |
| Water clarity | 17.9 ft | 12.2 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 16 | 15 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | Yes |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | No | Yes |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel | Eurasian watermilfoil |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingMantrap Lake
- SwimmingLittle Sand Lake
- BoatingMantrap Lake
- CampingMantrap Lake
- PaddlingLittle Sand Lake
- Ice FishingLittle Sand Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Little Sand Lake or Mantrap Lake?
Mantrap Lake is bigger at 1,618 acres; Little Sand Lake covers 410 acres.
Which is deeper, Little Sand Lake or Mantrap Lake?
Little Sand Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 80 feet against 68 feet.
Is Little Sand Lake or Mantrap Lake better for fishing?
Mantrap Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Little Sand Lake lists 16 species and Mantrap Lake lists 15.