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type: compare
title: "Heron Lake (South Heron) vs Loon Lake"
county: "Jackson"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/heron-lake-south-heron-vs-loon-lake
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# Heron Lake (South Heron) vs Loon Lake

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

| | [Heron Lake (South Heron)](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/jackson-county/heron-lake-south-heron) | [Loon Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/jackson-county/loon-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 52/100 | 52/100 |
| Nearest town | Lakefield | Jackson |
| Surface area | 2,641 acres | 708 acres |
| Max depth | 5 ft | 8 ft |
| Shoreline | 14.4 mi | 6.3 mi |
| Water clarity | 1.1 ft | 1.1 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 10 | 18 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Yellow Perch, Bigmouth Buffalo | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | bighead carp, silver carp |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/heron-lake-south-heron-vs-loon-lake)*