Sea Gull Lake vs Saganaga Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Cook County, Minnesota, side by side.
Saganaga Lake is the larger of the two at 18,767 acres against 3,958 for Sea Gull Lake. On our rankings, Saganaga Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Saganaga Lake comes out ahead for boating, Sea Gull Lake comes out ahead for camping, Sea Gull Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Saganaga Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Sea Gull Lake | Saganaga Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 80 / 100 | 79 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Grand Marais | Grand Marais |
| Surface area | 3,958 acres | 18,767 acres |
| Max depth | 145 ft | 280 ft |
| Shoreline | 75 mi | 277 mi |
| Water clarity | 15.1 ft | 12.8 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 3 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 9 | 11 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Lake Trout | Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Pumpkinseed |
| Stocked | No | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | Yes |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | spiny waterflea | spiny waterflea |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingSaganaga Lake
- BoatingSaganaga Lake
- CampingSea Gull Lake
- PaddlingSea Gull Lake
- Ice FishingSaganaga Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Sea Gull Lake or Saganaga Lake?
Saganaga Lake is bigger at 18,767 acres; Sea Gull Lake covers 3,958 acres.
Which is deeper, Sea Gull Lake or Saganaga Lake?
Saganaga Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 280 feet against 145 feet.
Is Sea Gull Lake or Saganaga Lake better for fishing?
Saganaga Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Sea Gull Lake lists 9 species and Saganaga Lake lists 11.