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type: compare
title: "Stocking Lake vs Spirit Lake"
county: "Wadena"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/stocking-lake-vs-spirit-lake
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# Stocking Lake vs Spirit Lake

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

| | [Stocking Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/wadena-county/stocking-lake) | [Spirit Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/wadena-county/spirit-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 60/100 | 58/100 |
| Nearest town | Menahga | Menahga |
| Surface area | 362 acres | 114 acres |
| Max depth | 22 ft | 45 ft |
| Shoreline | 4.2 mi | 1.8 mi |
| Water clarity | 7.8 ft | 12.1 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 15 | 8 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | faucet snail | None listed |

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