Mountain Lake vs Bingham Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, side by side.
Bingham Lake is the larger of the two at 270 acres against 230 for Mountain Lake. On our rankings, Mountain Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Bingham Lake comes out ahead for boating, Mountain Lake comes out ahead for camping, and Mountain Lake comes out ahead for paddling.
| Measure | Mountain Lake | Bingham Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 56 / 100 | 49 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Mountain Lake | Bingham Lake |
| Surface area | 230 acres | 270 acres |
| Max depth | 8 ft | 10 ft |
| Shoreline | 4.2 mi | 3.2 mi |
| Water clarity | 3.9 ft | 2.8 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 13 | 9 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Mountain Lake or Bingham Lake?
Bingham Lake is bigger at 270 acres; Mountain Lake covers 230 acres.
Which is deeper, Mountain Lake or Bingham Lake?
Bingham Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 10 feet against 8 feet.
Is Mountain Lake or Bingham Lake better for fishing?
Mountain Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Mountain Lake lists 13 species and Bingham Lake lists 9.