Cedar Lake vs Upper Prior 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 386 for Upper Prior Lake. On our rankings, Upper Prior Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Cedar Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Upper Prior Lake comes out ahead for boating, Cedar Lake comes out ahead for camping, Cedar Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Upper Prior Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Cedar Lake | Upper Prior Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 66 / 100 | 54 / 100 |
| Nearest town | New Prague | Grainwood |
| Surface area | 793 acres | 386 acres |
| Max depth | 13 ft | 50 ft |
| Shoreline | 7.1 mi | 6.2 mi |
| Water clarity | 1.7 ft | 3.1 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 12 | 16 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Tiger Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | Yes |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingUpper Prior Lake
- SwimmingCedar Lake
- BoatingUpper Prior Lake
- CampingCedar Lake
- PaddlingCedar Lake
- Ice FishingUpper Prior Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Cedar Lake or Upper Prior Lake?
Cedar Lake is bigger at 793 acres; Upper Prior Lake covers 386 acres.
Which is deeper, Cedar Lake or Upper Prior Lake?
Upper Prior Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 50 feet against 13 feet.
Is Cedar Lake or Upper Prior Lake better for fishing?
Upper Prior Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Cedar Lake lists 12 species and Upper Prior Lake lists 16.