Kansas Lake vs Wood Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Watonwan County, Minnesota, side by side.
Wood Lake is the larger of the two at 559 acres against 403 for Kansas Lake. On our rankings, Kansas Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Kansas Lake comes out ahead for boating, Kansas Lake comes out ahead for camping, Wood Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Kansas Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Kansas Lake | Wood Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 52 / 100 | 32 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Saint James | Sveadahl |
| Surface area | 403 acres | 559 acres |
| Max depth | 7 ft | 4 ft |
| Shoreline | 3.9 mi | 6.5 mi |
| Water clarity | 1.6 ft | — |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | Public access on record |
| Fish species | 14 | 5 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch | Northern Pike, Yellow Perch |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingKansas Lake
- BoatingKansas Lake
- CampingKansas Lake
- PaddlingWood Lake
- Ice FishingKansas Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Kansas Lake or Wood Lake?
Wood Lake is bigger at 559 acres; Kansas Lake covers 403 acres.
Which is deeper, Kansas Lake or Wood Lake?
Kansas Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 7 feet against 4 feet.
Is Kansas Lake or Wood Lake better for fishing?
Kansas Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Kansas Lake lists 14 species and Wood Lake lists 5.