Long Lake vs Lake Itasca
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Clearwater County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Itasca is the larger of the two at 1,065 acres against 159 for Long Lake. On our rankings, Lake Itasca comes out ahead for fishing, Long Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Lake Itasca comes out ahead for boating, Long Lake comes out ahead for camping, Long Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Itasca comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Long Lake | Lake Itasca |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 80 / 100 | 75 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Lake Itasca | Lake Itasca |
| Surface area | 159 acres | 1,065 acres |
| Max depth | 80 ft | 40 ft |
| Shoreline | 3.2 mi | 14.3 mi |
| Water clarity | 18.5 ft | 5.9 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 15 | 15 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | Yes |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLake Itasca
- SwimmingLong Lake
- BoatingLake Itasca
- CampingLong Lake
- PaddlingLong Lake
- Ice FishingLake Itasca
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Long Lake or Lake Itasca?
Lake Itasca is bigger at 1,065 acres; Long Lake covers 159 acres.
Which is deeper, Long Lake or Lake Itasca?
Long Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 80 feet against 40 feet.
Is Long Lake or Lake Itasca better for fishing?
Lake Itasca ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Long Lake lists 15 species and Lake Itasca lists 15.