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Bertram Lake vs West Lake Sylvia

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

West Lake Sylvia is the larger of the two at 904 acres against 111 for Bertram Lake. On our rankings, West Lake Sylvia comes out ahead for fishing, Bertram Lake comes out ahead for swimming, West Lake Sylvia comes out ahead for boating, Bertram Lake comes out ahead for camping, West Lake Sylvia comes out ahead for paddling, and West Lake Sylvia comes out ahead for ice fishing.

MeasureBertram LakeWest Lake Sylvia
Lake Score68 / 10066 / 100
Nearest townMonticelloSouth Haven
Surface area111 acres904 acres
Max depth44 ft97 ft
Shoreline1.8 mi12.7 mi
Water clarity8 ft20 ft
Public access1 public boat launch (concrete)1 public boat launch (concrete)
Fish species1115
Game fishNorthern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, PumpkinseedWalleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill
StockedNoYes
Special regulationsNoYes
Swim beachYesNo
CampingYesNo
Invasive speciesNone listedEurasian watermilfoil, starry stonewort, zebra mussel

Which lake is better for…

  • Fishing
    West Lake Sylvia
  • Swimming
    Bertram Lake
  • Boating
    West Lake Sylvia
  • Camping
    Bertram Lake
  • Paddling
    West Lake Sylvia
  • Ice Fishing
    West Lake Sylvia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is bigger, Bertram Lake or West Lake Sylvia?

West Lake Sylvia is bigger at 904 acres; Bertram Lake covers 111 acres.

Which is deeper, Bertram Lake or West Lake Sylvia?

West Lake Sylvia is deeper, with a maximum depth of 97 feet against 44 feet.

Is Bertram Lake or West Lake Sylvia better for fishing?

West Lake Sylvia ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Bertram Lake lists 11 species and West Lake Sylvia lists 15.