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type: compare
title: "Fish Lake vs Pearl Lake"
county: "Jackson"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/fish-lake-vs-pearl-lake
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# Fish Lake vs Pearl Lake

Two of the top-scoring lakes in Jackson County, Minnesota, side by side.

| | [Fish Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/jackson-county/fish-lake) | [Pearl Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/jackson-county/pearl-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 56/100 | 48/100 |
| Nearest town | Windom | Jackson |
| Surface area | 297 acres | 117 acres |
| Max depth | 26 ft | 6 ft |
| Shoreline | 3.4 mi | 1.9 mi |
| Water clarity | 8.1 ft | 0.7 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 14 | 14 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | No | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | bighead carp, silver carp |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/fish-lake-vs-pearl-lake)*