Big Watab Lake vs Big Fish Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Stearns County, Minnesota, side by side.
Big Fish Lake is the larger of the two at 557 acres against 246 for Big Watab Lake. On our rankings, Big Watab Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Big Fish Lake comes out ahead for boating, Big Fish Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Big Fish Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Big Watab Lake | Big Fish Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 67 / 100 | 66 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Avon | Cold Spring |
| Surface area | 246 acres | 557 acres |
| Max depth | 123 ft | 70 ft |
| Shoreline | 4 mi | 5.9 mi |
| Water clarity | 16 ft | 17 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 15 | 15 |
| 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 | No | No |
| Camping | No | No |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel | zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingBig Watab Lake
- BoatingBig Fish Lake
- PaddlingBig Fish Lake
- Ice FishingBig Fish Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Big Watab Lake or Big Fish Lake?
Big Fish Lake is bigger at 557 acres; Big Watab Lake covers 246 acres.
Which is deeper, Big Watab Lake or Big Fish Lake?
Big Watab Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 123 feet against 70 feet.
Is Big Watab Lake or Big Fish Lake better for fishing?
Big Watab Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Big Watab Lake lists 15 species and Big Fish Lake lists 15.