Round Lake vs Big Sandy Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Aitkin County, Minnesota, side by side.
Big Sandy Lake is the larger of the two at 6,125 acres against 737 for Round Lake. On our rankings, Big Sandy Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Big Sandy Lake comes out ahead for boating, Round Lake comes out ahead for camping, Round Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Big Sandy Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Round Lake | Big Sandy Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 74 / 100 | 69 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Garrison | McGregor |
| Surface area | 737 acres | 6,125 acres |
| Max depth | 125 ft | 84 ft |
| Shoreline | 5 mi | 57 mi |
| Water clarity | 13.6 ft | 4.5 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 4 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 18 | 21 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | No | Yes |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel | flowering rush |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingBig Sandy Lake
- BoatingBig Sandy Lake
- CampingRound Lake
- PaddlingRound Lake
- Ice FishingBig Sandy Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Round Lake or Big Sandy Lake?
Big Sandy Lake is bigger at 6,125 acres; Round Lake covers 737 acres.
Which is deeper, Round Lake or Big Sandy Lake?
Round Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 125 feet against 84 feet.
Is Round Lake or Big Sandy Lake better for fishing?
Big Sandy Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Round Lake lists 18 species and Big Sandy Lake lists 21.