Lake Byllesby vs Orchard Lake
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 238 for Orchard Lake. On our rankings, Lake Byllesby comes out ahead for fishing, Orchard Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Lake Byllesby comes out ahead for boating, Lake Byllesby comes out ahead for camping, Lake Byllesby comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Byllesby comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Byllesby | Orchard Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 75 / 100 | 64 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Cannon Falls | Lakeville |
| Surface area | 1,368 acres | 238 acres |
| Max depth | 50 ft | 33 ft |
| Shoreline | 13.9 mi | 3 mi |
| Water clarity | — | 9.4 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
- SwimmingOrchard Lake
- BoatingLake Byllesby
- CampingLake Byllesby
- PaddlingLake Byllesby
- Ice FishingLake Byllesby
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Byllesby or Orchard Lake?
Lake Byllesby is bigger at 1,368 acres; Orchard Lake covers 238 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Byllesby or Orchard Lake?
Lake Byllesby is deeper, with a maximum depth of 50 feet against 33 feet.
Is Lake Byllesby or Orchard Lake 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 Orchard Lake lists 13.