Lac qui Parle vs Big Stone NWR East Pool
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Lac qui Parle County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lac qui Parle is the larger of the two at 5,741 acres against 1,286 for Big Stone NWR East Pool. On our rankings, Lac qui Parle comes out ahead for fishing, Lac qui Parle comes out ahead for boating, Lac qui Parle comes out ahead for camping, Lac qui Parle comes out ahead for paddling, and Lac qui Parle comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lac qui Parle | Big Stone NWR East Pool |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 59 / 100 | 25 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Milan | Odessa |
| Surface area | 5,741 acres | 1,286 acres |
| Max depth | 15 ft | — |
| Shoreline | 53.5 mi | 16.8 mi |
| Water clarity | 1.5 ft | 2.4 ft |
| Public access | 10 public boat launches (concrete) | No public access on record |
| Fish species | 27 | 6 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch, White Bass |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel | None listed |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lac qui Parle or Big Stone NWR East Pool?
Lac qui Parle is bigger at 5,741 acres; Big Stone NWR East Pool covers 1,286 acres.
Is Lac qui Parle or Big Stone NWR East Pool better for fishing?
Lac qui Parle ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lac qui Parle lists 27 species and Big Stone NWR East Pool lists 6.