Lake Byllesby vs Lake Crystal
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Dakota County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Byllesby is the larger of the two at 1,368 acres against 293 for Lake Crystal. On our rankings, Lake Byllesby comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Crystal comes out ahead for swimming, Lake Byllesby comes out ahead for boating, Lake Byllesby comes out ahead for camping, Lake Crystal comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Byllesby comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Byllesby | Lake Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 75 / 100 | 70 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Cannon Falls | Lakeville |
| Surface area | 1,368 acres | 293 acres |
| Max depth | 50 ft | 37 ft |
| Shoreline | 13.9 mi | 6.1 mi |
| Water clarity | — | 11.3 ft |
| Public access | 3 public boat launches (asphalt) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 22 | 13 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Tiger Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | Yes |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | flowering rush, zebra mussel | Eurasian watermilfoil |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLake Byllesby
- SwimmingLake Crystal
- BoatingLake Byllesby
- CampingLake Byllesby
- PaddlingLake Crystal
- Ice FishingLake Byllesby
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Byllesby or Lake Crystal?
Lake Byllesby is bigger at 1,368 acres; Lake Crystal covers 293 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Byllesby or Lake Crystal?
Lake Byllesby is deeper, with a maximum depth of 50 feet against 37 feet.
Is Lake Byllesby or Lake Crystal better for fishing?
Lake Byllesby ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Byllesby lists 22 species and Lake Crystal lists 13.