Maple Lake vs Spring Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Polk County, Minnesota, side by side.
Maple Lake is the larger of the two at 1,641 acres against 134 for Spring Lake. On our rankings, Maple Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Maple Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Maple Lake comes out ahead for boating, Spring Lake comes out ahead for camping, Spring Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Maple Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Maple Lake | Spring Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 67 / 100 | 61 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Mentor | Lengby |
| Surface area | 1,641 acres | 134 acres |
| Max depth | 14 ft | 35 ft |
| Shoreline | 19.8 mi | 3.1 mi |
| Water clarity | 4.7 ft | 7.3 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 12 | 12 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | No | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingMaple Lake
- SwimmingMaple Lake
- BoatingMaple Lake
- CampingSpring Lake
- PaddlingSpring Lake
- Ice FishingMaple Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Maple Lake or Spring Lake?
Maple Lake is bigger at 1,641 acres; Spring Lake covers 134 acres.
Which is deeper, Maple Lake or Spring Lake?
Spring Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 35 feet against 14 feet.
Is Maple Lake or Spring Lake better for fishing?
Maple Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Maple Lake lists 12 species and Spring Lake lists 12.