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type: compare
title: "Perch Lake vs Shaokotan Lake"
county: "Lincoln"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/perch-lake-vs-shaokotan-lake
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# Perch Lake vs Shaokotan Lake

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

| | [Perch Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/lincoln-county/perch-lake) | [Shaokotan Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/lincoln-county/shaokotan-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 57/100 | 56/100 |
| Nearest town | Ivanhoe | Ivanhoe |
| Surface area | 246 acres | 996 acres |
| Max depth | 16 ft | 10 ft |
| Shoreline | 3.9 mi | 8.7 mi |
| Water clarity | 10.6 ft | 4.3 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 10 | 8 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Yellow Perch |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | No | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/perch-lake-vs-shaokotan-lake)*