Duck Lake vs Ballantyne Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, side by side.
Ballantyne Lake is the larger of the two at 371 acres against 290 for Duck Lake. On our rankings, Ballantyne Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Duck Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Ballantyne Lake comes out ahead for boating, Duck Lake comes out ahead for camping, Duck Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Ballantyne Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Duck Lake | Ballantyne Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 65 / 100 | 52 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Madison Lake | Madison Lake |
| Surface area | 290 acres | 371 acres |
| Max depth | 25 ft | 58 ft |
| Shoreline | 2.7 mi | 3.7 mi |
| Water clarity | 3 ft | 2.7 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 17 | 16 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | Eurasian watermilfoil |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingBallantyne Lake
- SwimmingDuck Lake
- BoatingBallantyne Lake
- CampingDuck Lake
- PaddlingDuck Lake
- Ice FishingBallantyne Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Duck Lake or Ballantyne Lake?
Ballantyne Lake is bigger at 371 acres; Duck Lake covers 290 acres.
Which is deeper, Duck Lake or Ballantyne Lake?
Ballantyne Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 58 feet against 25 feet.
Is Duck Lake or Ballantyne Lake better for fishing?
Ballantyne Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Duck Lake lists 17 species and Ballantyne Lake lists 16.