Cedar 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 790 for Cedar Lake. On our rankings, West Lake Sylvia comes out ahead for fishing, Cedar Lake comes out ahead for boating, Cedar Lake comes out ahead for camping, West Lake Sylvia comes out ahead for paddling, and West Lake Sylvia comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Cedar Lake | West Lake Sylvia |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 67 / 100 | 66 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Annandale | South Haven |
| Surface area | 790 acres | 904 acres |
| Max depth | 108 ft | 97 ft |
| Shoreline | 7.2 mi | 12.7 mi |
| Water clarity | 8 ft | 20 ft |
| Public access | 3 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 16 | 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 | Yes |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel | Eurasian watermilfoil, starry stonewort, zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingWest Lake Sylvia
- BoatingCedar Lake
- CampingCedar Lake
- PaddlingWest Lake Sylvia
- Ice FishingWest Lake Sylvia
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Cedar Lake or West Lake Sylvia?
West Lake Sylvia is bigger at 904 acres; Cedar Lake covers 790 acres.
Which is deeper, Cedar Lake or West Lake Sylvia?
Cedar Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 108 feet against 97 feet.
Is Cedar 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. Cedar Lake lists 16 species and West Lake Sylvia lists 15.