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type: compare
title: "South Twin Lake vs Roy Lake"
county: "Mahnomen"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/south-twin-lake-vs-roy-lake
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# South Twin Lake vs Roy Lake

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

| | [South Twin Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/mahnomen-county/south-twin-lake) | [Roy Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/mahnomen-county/roy-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 67/100 | 61/100 |
| Nearest town | Waubun | Zerkel |
| Surface area | 1,127 acres | 695 acres |
| Max depth | 29 ft | 16 ft |
| Shoreline | 5.1 mi | 4.1 mi |
| Water clarity | 9.4 ft | 4.3 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 15 | 13 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | No | No |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel | None listed |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/south-twin-lake-vs-roy-lake)*