Clear Lake vs Silver Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Sibley County, Minnesota, side by side.
Silver Lake is the larger of the two at 652 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 | Silver Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 59 / 100 | 44 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Saint George | Arlington |
| Surface area | 505 acres | 652 acres |
| Max depth | 8 ft | 8 ft |
| Shoreline | 6.4 mi | 6.4 mi |
| Water clarity | — | — |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 12 | 6 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Black Crappie, White Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| 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 Silver Lake?
Silver Lake is bigger at 652 acres; Clear Lake covers 505 acres.
Which is deeper, Clear Lake or Silver Lake?
Clear Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 8 feet against 8 feet.
Is Clear Lake or Silver 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 Silver Lake lists 6.