Monson Lake vs Camp Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Swift County, Minnesota, side by side.
Camp Lake is the larger of the two at 230 acres against 208 for Monson Lake. On our rankings, Camp Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Camp Lake comes out ahead for boating, Monson Lake comes out ahead for camping, Monson Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Camp Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Monson Lake | Camp Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 60 / 100 | 56 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Sunburg | Swift Falls |
| Surface area | 208 acres | 230 acres |
| Max depth | 21 ft | 26 ft |
| Shoreline | 4.1 mi | 3.5 mi |
| Water clarity | 7.3 ft | 8.5 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 9 | 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 | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingCamp Lake
- BoatingCamp Lake
- CampingMonson Lake
- PaddlingMonson Lake
- Ice FishingCamp Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Monson Lake or Camp Lake?
Camp Lake is bigger at 230 acres; Monson Lake covers 208 acres.
Which is deeper, Monson Lake or Camp Lake?
Camp Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 26 feet against 21 feet.
Is Monson Lake or Camp Lake better for fishing?
Camp Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Monson Lake lists 9 species and Camp Lake lists 12.