Fish Lake vs Heron Lake (South Heron)
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Jackson County, Minnesota, side by side.
Heron Lake (South Heron) is the larger of the two at 2,641 acres against 297 for Fish Lake. On our rankings, Fish Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Heron Lake (South Heron) comes out ahead for boating, Heron Lake (South Heron) comes out ahead for camping, Fish Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Heron Lake (South Heron) comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Fish Lake | Heron Lake (South Heron) |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 56 / 100 | 52 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Windom | Lakefield |
| Surface area | 297 acres | 2,641 acres |
| Max depth | 26 ft | 5 ft |
| Shoreline | 3.4 mi | 14.4 mi |
| Water clarity | 8.1 ft | 1.1 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 14 | 10 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Yellow Perch |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | No | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingFish Lake
- BoatingHeron Lake (South Heron)
- CampingHeron Lake (South Heron)
- PaddlingFish Lake
- Ice FishingHeron Lake (South Heron)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Fish Lake or Heron Lake (South Heron)?
Heron Lake (South Heron) is bigger at 2,641 acres; Fish Lake covers 297 acres.
Which is deeper, Fish Lake or Heron Lake (South Heron)?
Fish Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 26 feet against 5 feet.
Is Fish Lake or Heron Lake (South Heron) better for fishing?
Fish Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Fish Lake lists 14 species and Heron Lake (South Heron) lists 10.