Del Clark Lake vs Wood Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota, side by side.
Wood Lake is the larger of the two at 485 acres against 156 for Del Clark Lake. On our rankings, Del Clark Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Wood 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 | Wood Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 60 / 100 | 53 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Canby | Wood Lake |
| Surface area | 156 acres | 485 acres |
| Max depth | 30 ft | 9 ft |
| Shoreline | 4.4 mi | 5.1 mi |
| Water clarity | 6.4 ft | 2.1 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 11 | 11 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, Channel Catfish |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingDel Clark Lake
- BoatingWood 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 Wood Lake?
Wood Lake is bigger at 485 acres; Del Clark Lake covers 156 acres.
Which is deeper, Del Clark Lake or Wood Lake?
Del Clark Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 30 feet against 9 feet.
Is Del Clark Lake or Wood 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 Wood Lake lists 11.