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type: compare
title: "Long Lake vs Perkins Lake"
county: "Stevens"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/long-lake-vs-perkins-lake
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# Long Lake vs Perkins Lake

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

| | [Long Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/stevens-county/long-lake) | [Perkins Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/stevens-county/perkins-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 49/100 | 49/100 |
| Nearest town | Cyrus | Donnelly |
| Surface area | 620 acres | 518 acres |
| Max depth | 10 ft | 13 ft |
| Shoreline | 8.2 mi | 5 mi |
| Water clarity | 3.9 ft | 2.4 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 13 | 18 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | No | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | zebra mussel |

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