Coon Lake vs George Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Anoka County, Minnesota, side by side.
Coon Lake is the larger of the two at 1,481 acres against 489 for George Lake. On our rankings, Coon Lake comes out ahead for fishing, George Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Coon Lake comes out ahead for boating, Coon Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Coon Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Coon Lake | George Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 66 / 100 | 65 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Soderville | Saint Francis (Anoka) |
| Surface area | 1,481 acres | 489 acres |
| Max depth | 27 ft | 32 ft |
| Shoreline | 16.3 mi | 3.5 mi |
| Water clarity | 7.9 ft | 8.3 ft |
| Public access | 4 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 14 | 12 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | Yes | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | No | No |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil | Eurasian watermilfoil |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingCoon Lake
- SwimmingGeorge Lake
- BoatingCoon Lake
- PaddlingCoon Lake
- Ice FishingCoon Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Coon Lake or George Lake?
Coon Lake is bigger at 1,481 acres; George Lake covers 489 acres.
Which is deeper, Coon Lake or George Lake?
George Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 32 feet against 27 feet.
Is Coon Lake or George Lake better for fishing?
Coon Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Coon Lake lists 14 species and George Lake lists 12.