Cedar Lake vs Cleary Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Scott County, Minnesota, side by side.
Cedar Lake is the larger of the two at 793 acres against 145 for Cleary Lake. On our rankings, Cedar Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Cleary Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Cedar Lake comes out ahead for boating, Cleary Lake comes out ahead for camping, Cedar Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Cedar Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Cedar Lake | Cleary Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 66 / 100 | 55 / 100 |
| Nearest town | New Prague | Prior Lake |
| Surface area | 793 acres | 145 acres |
| Max depth | 13 ft | 9 ft |
| Shoreline | 7.1 mi | 3.8 mi |
| Water clarity | 1.7 ft | 1.5 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 12 | 7 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Tiger Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingCedar Lake
- SwimmingCleary Lake
- BoatingCedar Lake
- CampingCleary Lake
- PaddlingCedar Lake
- Ice FishingCedar Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Cedar Lake or Cleary Lake?
Cedar Lake is bigger at 793 acres; Cleary Lake covers 145 acres.
Which is deeper, Cedar Lake or Cleary Lake?
Cedar Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 13 feet against 9 feet.
Is Cedar Lake or Cleary Lake better for fishing?
Cedar Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Cedar Lake lists 12 species and Cleary Lake lists 7.