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type: compare
title: "Big Watab Lake vs Big Fish Lake"
county: "Stearns"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/big-watab-lake-vs-big-fish-lake
---

# Big Watab Lake vs Big Fish Lake

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

| | [Big Watab Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/stearns-county/big-watab-lake) | [Big Fish Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/stearns-county/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 |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/big-watab-lake-vs-big-fish-lake)*