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type: compare
title: "Snowbank Lake vs Farm Lake"
county: "Lake"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/snowbank-lake-vs-farm-lake
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# Snowbank Lake vs Farm 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) | [Farm Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/lake-county/farm-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 79/100 | 74/100 |
| Nearest town | Ely | Ely |
| Surface area | 4,655 acres | 1,292 acres |
| Max depth | 150 ft | 56 ft |
| Shoreline | 43.1 mi | 20 mi |
| Water clarity | 17.2 ft | 6.3 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 5 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 9 | 12 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Lake Trout | Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | Yes |
| Swim beach | No | Yes |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | spiny waterflea | None listed |

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