Kansas Lake vs Long Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Watonwan County, Minnesota, side by side.
Kansas Lake is the larger of the two at 403 acres against 263 for Long Lake. On our rankings, Long Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Kansas Lake comes out ahead for boating, Kansas Lake comes out ahead for camping, Kansas Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Kansas Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Kansas Lake | Long Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 52 / 100 | 49 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Saint James | Saint James |
| Surface area | 403 acres | 263 acres |
| Max depth | 7 ft | 13 ft |
| Shoreline | 3.9 mi | 4.7 mi |
| Water clarity | 1.6 ft | 2.3 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 14 | 14 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLong Lake
- BoatingKansas Lake
- CampingKansas Lake
- PaddlingKansas Lake
- Ice FishingKansas Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Kansas Lake or Long Lake?
Kansas Lake is bigger at 403 acres; Long Lake covers 263 acres.
Which is deeper, Kansas Lake or Long Lake?
Long Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 13 feet against 7 feet.
Is Kansas Lake or Long Lake better for fishing?
Long Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Kansas Lake lists 14 species and Long Lake lists 14.