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type: compare
title: "Lake Francis vs Lake Minnie-Belle"
county: "Meeker"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/lake-francis-vs-lake-minnie-belle
---

# Lake Francis vs Lake Minnie-Belle

Two of the top-scoring lakes in Meeker County, Minnesota, side by side.

| | [Lake Francis](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/meeker-county/lake-francis) | [Lake Minnie-Belle](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/meeker-county/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 |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/lake-francis-vs-lake-minnie-belle)*