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type: compare
title: "Snowbank Lake vs Basswood Lake"
county: "Lake"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/snowbank-lake-vs-basswood-lake
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# Snowbank Lake vs Basswood Lake

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

| | [Snowbank Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/lake-county/snowbank-lake) | [Basswood Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/lake-county/basswood-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 79/100 | 76/100 |
| Nearest town | Ely | Ely |
| Surface area | 4,655 acres | 25,953 acres |
| Max depth | 150 ft | 111 ft |
| Shoreline | 43.1 mi | 332.6 mi |
| Water clarity | 17.2 ft | 10.7 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | Carry-in access only |
| Fish species | 9 | 14 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Lake Trout | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | No | Yes |
| Swim beach | No | Yes |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | spiny waterflea | spiny waterflea |

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