Clear Lake vs High Island Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Sibley County, Minnesota, side by side.
High Island Lake is the larger of the two at 1,340 acres against 505 for Clear Lake. On our rankings, Clear Lake comes out ahead for fishing, High Island Lake comes out ahead for boating, Clear Lake comes out ahead for camping, Clear Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Clear Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Clear Lake | High Island Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 59 / 100 | 43 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Saint George | New Auburn |
| Surface area | 505 acres | 1,340 acres |
| Max depth | 8 ft | 7 ft |
| Shoreline | 6.4 mi | 16.1 mi |
| Water clarity | — | 2.1 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 12 | 11 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingClear Lake
- BoatingHigh Island Lake
- CampingClear Lake
- PaddlingClear Lake
- Ice FishingClear Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Clear Lake or High Island Lake?
High Island Lake is bigger at 1,340 acres; Clear Lake covers 505 acres.
Which is deeper, Clear Lake or High Island Lake?
Clear Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 8 feet against 7 feet.
Is Clear Lake or High Island Lake better for fishing?
Clear Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Clear Lake lists 12 species and High Island Lake lists 11.