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type: compare
title: "Mons Lake vs Big Birch Lake"
county: "Todd"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/mons-lake-vs-big-birch-lake
---

# Mons Lake vs Big Birch Lake

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

| | [Mons Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/todd-county/mons-lake) | [Big Birch Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/todd-county/big-birch-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 65/100 | 64/100 |
| Nearest town | Swanville | Grey Eagle |
| Surface area | 95 acres | 2,107 acres |
| Max depth | 80 ft | 81 ft |
| Shoreline | 1.8 mi | 15.3 mi |
| Water clarity | 15.3 ft | 6.1 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 5 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 15 | 18 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black 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/mons-lake-vs-big-birch-lake)*