Talcot Lake vs Mountain Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, side by side.
Talcot Lake is the larger of the two at 873 acres against 230 for Mountain Lake. On our rankings, Talcot Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Talcot Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Talcot Lake comes out ahead for boating, Talcot Lake comes out ahead for camping, Talcot Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Talcot Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Talcot Lake | Mountain Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 63 / 100 | 56 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Dundee | Mountain Lake |
| Surface area | 873 acres | 230 acres |
| Max depth | 6 ft | 8 ft |
| Shoreline | 8.5 mi | 4.2 mi |
| Water clarity | 0.6 ft | 3.9 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 19 | 13 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingTalcot Lake
- SwimmingTalcot Lake
- BoatingTalcot Lake
- CampingTalcot Lake
- PaddlingTalcot Lake
- Ice FishingTalcot Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Talcot Lake or Mountain Lake?
Talcot Lake is bigger at 873 acres; Mountain Lake covers 230 acres.
Which is deeper, Talcot Lake or Mountain Lake?
Mountain Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 8 feet against 6 feet.
Is Talcot Lake or Mountain Lake better for fishing?
Talcot Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Talcot Lake lists 19 species and Mountain Lake lists 13.