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type: compare
title: "Clear Lake vs St. Olaf Lake"
county: "Waseca"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/clear-lake-vs-st-olaf-lake
---

# Clear Lake vs St. Olaf Lake

Two of the top-scoring lakes in Waseca County, Minnesota, side by side.

| | [Clear Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/waseca-county/clear-lake) | [St. Olaf Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/waseca-county/st-olaf-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 66/100 | 52/100 |
| Nearest town | Waseca | Mankato |
| Surface area | 649 acres | 91 acres |
| Max depth | 34 ft | 33 ft |
| Shoreline | 4.4 mi | 1.6 mi |
| Water clarity | 2.9 ft | 5.3 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 12 | 11 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil | None listed |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/clear-lake-vs-st-olaf-lake)*