Monson Lake vs Oliver Lake (West Portion)
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Swift County, Minnesota, side by side.
Oliver Lake (West Portion) is the larger of the two at 218 acres against 208 for Monson Lake. On our rankings, Oliver Lake (West Portion) comes out ahead for fishing, Monson Lake comes out ahead for boating, Monson Lake comes out ahead for camping, Monson Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Oliver Lake (West Portion) comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Monson Lake | Oliver Lake (West Portion) |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 60 / 100 | 55 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Sunburg | Appleton |
| Surface area | 208 acres | 218 acres |
| Max depth | 21 ft | 14 ft |
| Shoreline | 4.1 mi | 3 mi |
| Water clarity | 7.3 ft | 8.2 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch |
| Fish species | 9 | 14 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth 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…
- FishingOliver Lake (West Portion)
- BoatingMonson Lake
- CampingMonson Lake
- PaddlingMonson Lake
- Ice FishingOliver Lake (West Portion)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Monson Lake or Oliver Lake (West Portion)?
Oliver Lake (West Portion) is bigger at 218 acres; Monson Lake covers 208 acres.
Which is deeper, Monson Lake or Oliver Lake (West Portion)?
Monson Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 21 feet against 14 feet.
Is Monson Lake or Oliver Lake (West Portion) better for fishing?
Oliver Lake (West Portion) ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Monson Lake lists 9 species and Oliver Lake (West Portion) lists 14.