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type: compare
title: "Roberds Lake vs Shields Lake"
county: "Rice"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/roberds-lake-vs-shields-lake
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# Roberds Lake vs Shields Lake

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

| | [Roberds Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/rice-county/roberds-lake) | [Shields Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/rice-county/shields-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 62/100 | 59/100 |
| Nearest town | Shieldsville | Shieldsville |
| Surface area | 632 acres | 940 acres |
| Max depth | 43 ft | 42 ft |
| Shoreline | 5.6 mi | 9 mi |
| Water clarity | 5.1 ft | 2.8 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 17 | 17 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | Yes |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | Eurasian watermilfoil |

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