Clear Lake vs Schilling Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Sibley County, Minnesota, side by side.
Schilling Lake is the larger of the two at 763 acres against 505 for Clear Lake. On our rankings, Clear Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Clear 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 | Schilling Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 59 / 100 | 27 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Saint George | New Auburn |
| Surface area | 505 acres | 763 acres |
| Max depth | 8 ft | 7 ft |
| Shoreline | 6.4 mi | 9.2 mi |
| Water clarity | — | — |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | Public access on record |
| Fish species | 12 | 0 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill | — |
| 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
- BoatingClear Lake
- CampingClear Lake
- PaddlingClear Lake
- Ice FishingClear Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Clear Lake or Schilling Lake?
Schilling Lake is bigger at 763 acres; Clear Lake covers 505 acres.
Which is deeper, Clear Lake or Schilling Lake?
Clear Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 8 feet against 7 feet.
Is Clear Lake or Schilling 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 Schilling Lake lists 0.