Del Clark Lake vs Tyson Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota, side by side.
Tyson Lake is the larger of the two at 166 acres against 156 for Del Clark Lake. On our rankings, Del Clark Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Del Clark Lake comes out ahead for boating, Del Clark Lake comes out ahead for camping, Del Clark Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Del Clark Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Del Clark Lake | Tyson Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 60 / 100 | 43 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Canby | Wood Lake |
| Surface area | 156 acres | 166 acres |
| Max depth | 30 ft | 8 ft |
| Shoreline | 4.4 mi | 3.3 mi |
| Water clarity | 6.4 ft | 3.2 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 11 | 8 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch |
| 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…
- FishingDel Clark Lake
- BoatingDel Clark Lake
- CampingDel Clark Lake
- PaddlingDel Clark Lake
- Ice FishingDel Clark Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Del Clark Lake or Tyson Lake?
Tyson Lake is bigger at 166 acres; Del Clark Lake covers 156 acres.
Which is deeper, Del Clark Lake or Tyson Lake?
Del Clark Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 30 feet against 8 feet.
Is Del Clark Lake or Tyson Lake better for fishing?
Del Clark Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Del Clark Lake lists 11 species and Tyson Lake lists 8.