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type: compare
title: "Sand Lake vs Tamarack Lake"
county: "Pine"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/sand-lake-vs-tamarack-lake
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# Sand Lake vs Tamarack Lake

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

| | [Sand Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/pine-county/sand-lake) | [Tamarack Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/pine-county/tamarack-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 64/100 | 60/100 |
| Nearest town | Moose Lake | Duxbury |
| Surface area | 527 acres | 71 acres |
| Max depth | 47 ft | 47 ft |
| Shoreline | 6.9 mi | 1.8 mi |
| Water clarity | 8.5 ft | 16.1 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 14 | 11 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie | Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil | None listed |

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