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Frances Lake vs Lake Volney

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

Frances Lake is the larger of the two at 927 acres against 269 for Lake Volney. On our rankings, Frances Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Frances Lake comes out ahead for boating, Frances Lake comes out ahead for camping, Lake Volney comes out ahead for paddling, and Frances Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.

MeasureFrances LakeLake Volney
Lake Score68 / 10062 / 100
Nearest townGreenlandLe Center
Surface area927 acres269 acres
Max depth60 ft67 ft
Shoreline8.8 mi2.5 mi
Water clarity7 ft12.7 ft
Public access2 public boat launches (concrete)1 public boat launch (concrete)
Fish species1612
Game fishWalleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, BluegillWalleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill
StockedYesYes
Special regulationsNoNo
Swim beachNoNo
CampingYesNo
Invasive speciesEurasian watermilfoilEurasian watermilfoil

Which lake is better for…

  • Fishing
    Frances Lake
  • Boating
    Frances Lake
  • Camping
    Frances Lake
  • Paddling
    Lake Volney
  • Ice Fishing
    Frances Lake

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is bigger, Frances Lake or Lake Volney?

Frances Lake is bigger at 927 acres; Lake Volney covers 269 acres.

Which is deeper, Frances Lake or Lake Volney?

Lake Volney is deeper, with a maximum depth of 67 feet against 60 feet.

Is Frances Lake or Lake Volney better for fishing?

Frances Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Frances Lake lists 16 species and Lake Volney lists 12.