High Island Lake vs Schilling Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Sibley County, Minnesota, side by side.
High Island Lake is the larger of the two at 1,340 acres against 763 for Schilling Lake. On our rankings, High Island Lake comes out ahead for fishing, High Island Lake comes out ahead for boating, Schilling Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and High Island Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | High Island Lake | Schilling Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 43 / 100 | 27 / 100 |
| Nearest town | New Auburn | New Auburn |
| Surface area | 1,340 acres | 763 acres |
| Max depth | 7 ft | 7 ft |
| Shoreline | 16.1 mi | 9.2 mi |
| Water clarity | 2.1 ft | — |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | Public access on record |
| Fish species | 11 | 0 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch | — |
| Stocked | No | No |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | No | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingHigh Island Lake
- BoatingHigh Island Lake
- PaddlingSchilling Lake
- Ice FishingHigh Island Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, High Island Lake or Schilling Lake?
High Island Lake is bigger at 1,340 acres; Schilling Lake covers 763 acres.
Which is deeper, High Island Lake or Schilling Lake?
Schilling Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 7 feet against 7 feet.
Is High Island Lake or Schilling Lake better for fishing?
High Island Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. High Island Lake lists 11 species and Schilling Lake lists 0.