Crooked Lake vs George Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Anoka County, Minnesota, side by side.
George Lake is the larger of the two at 489 acres against 115 for Crooked Lake. On our rankings, Crooked Lake comes out ahead for fishing, George Lake comes out ahead for swimming, George Lake comes out ahead for boating, Crooked Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and George Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Crooked Lake | George Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 66 / 100 | 65 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Andover | Saint Francis (Anoka) |
| Surface area | 115 acres | 489 acres |
| Max depth | 26 ft | 32 ft |
| Shoreline | 2.9 mi | 3.5 mi |
| Water clarity | 9 ft | 8.3 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 12 | 12 |
| Game fish | Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed | 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…
- FishingCrooked Lake
- SwimmingGeorge Lake
- BoatingGeorge Lake
- PaddlingCrooked Lake
- Ice FishingGeorge Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Crooked Lake or George Lake?
George Lake is bigger at 489 acres; Crooked Lake covers 115 acres.
Which is deeper, Crooked Lake or George Lake?
George Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 32 feet against 26 feet.
Is Crooked Lake or George Lake better for fishing?
Crooked Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Crooked Lake lists 12 species and George Lake lists 12.