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type: compare
title: "Mille Lacs Lake vs Shakopee Lake"
county: "Mille Lacs"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/mille-lacs-lake-vs-shakopee-lake
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# Mille Lacs Lake vs Shakopee Lake

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

| | [Mille Lacs Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/mille-lacs-county/mille-lacs-lake) | [Shakopee Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/mille-lacs-county/shakopee-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 81/100 | 54/100 |
| Nearest town | Garrison | Onamia |
| Surface area | 128,250 acres | 584 acres |
| Max depth | 42 ft | 15 ft |
| Shoreline | 105.5 mi | 4.6 mi |
| Water clarity | 11 ft | 7.1 ft |
| Public access | 11 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 21 | 18 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | Yes |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil, spiny waterflea, zebra mussel | zebra mussel |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/mille-lacs-lake-vs-shakopee-lake)*