Pelican Lake vs North Long Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, side by side.
Pelican Lake is the larger of the two at 8,367 acres against 6,190 for North Long Lake. On our rankings, Pelican Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Pelican Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Pelican Lake comes out ahead for boating, North Long Lake comes out ahead for camping, and Pelican Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Pelican Lake | North Long Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 82 / 100 | 75 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Breezy Point | Merrifield |
| Surface area | 8,367 acres | 6,190 acres |
| Max depth | 104 ft | 97 ft |
| Shoreline | 27.8 mi | 20.1 mi |
| Water clarity | 16.6 ft | 12.1 ft |
| Public access | 4 public boat launches (concrete) | 4 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 17 | 18 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | Yes |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | No | Yes |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingPelican Lake
- SwimmingPelican Lake
- BoatingPelican Lake
- CampingNorth Long Lake
- Ice FishingPelican Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Pelican Lake or North Long Lake?
Pelican Lake is bigger at 8,367 acres; North Long Lake covers 6,190 acres.
Which is deeper, Pelican Lake or North Long Lake?
Pelican Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 104 feet against 97 feet.
Is Pelican Lake or North Long Lake better for fishing?
Pelican Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Pelican Lake lists 17 species and North Long Lake lists 18.