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type: compare
title: "Frances Lake vs Lake Washington"
county: "Le Sueur"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/frances-lake-vs-lake-washington
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# Frances Lake vs Lake Washington

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

| | [Frances Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/le-sueur-county/frances-lake) | [Lake Washington](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/le-sueur-county/lake-washington) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 68/100 | 65/100 |
| Nearest town | Greenland | Madison Lake |
| Surface area | 927 acres | 1,516 acres |
| Max depth | 60 ft | 51 ft |
| Shoreline | 8.8 mi | 12.1 mi |
| Water clarity | 7 ft | 2.4 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 16 | 18 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | Yes |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil | None listed |

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