Lake Francis vs Lake Minnie-Belle
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Meeker County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Francis is the larger of the two at 1,053 acres against 597 for Lake Minnie-Belle. On our rankings, Lake Francis comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Francis comes out ahead for boating, Lake Francis comes out ahead for camping, Lake Minnie-Belle comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Francis comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Francis | Lake Minnie-Belle |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 64 / 100 | 60 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Kingston | Litchfield |
| Surface area | 1,053 acres | 597 acres |
| Max depth | 17 ft | 49 ft |
| Shoreline | 7 mi | 4.9 mi |
| Water clarity | 7 ft | 12 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 14 | 14 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | Yes |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLake Francis
- BoatingLake Francis
- CampingLake Francis
- PaddlingLake Minnie-Belle
- Ice FishingLake Francis
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Francis or Lake Minnie-Belle?
Lake Francis is bigger at 1,053 acres; Lake Minnie-Belle covers 597 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Francis or Lake Minnie-Belle?
Lake Minnie-Belle is deeper, with a maximum depth of 49 feet against 17 feet.
Is Lake Francis or Lake Minnie-Belle better for fishing?
Lake Francis ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Francis lists 14 species and Lake Minnie-Belle lists 14.