Lake Hanska vs Clear Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Brown County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Hanska is the larger of the two at 1,795 acres against 252 for Clear Lake. On our rankings, Lake Hanska comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Hanska comes out ahead for boating, Lake Hanska comes out ahead for camping, Lake Hanska comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Hanska comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Hanska | Clear Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 59 / 100 | 48 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Hanska | New Ulm |
| Surface area | 1,795 acres | 252 acres |
| Max depth | 16 ft | 8 ft |
| Shoreline | 21.3 mi | 3 mi |
| Water clarity | 2.7 ft | 1.8 ft |
| Public access | 3 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 16 | 12 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Hanska or Clear Lake?
Lake Hanska is bigger at 1,795 acres; Clear Lake covers 252 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Hanska or Clear Lake?
Lake Hanska is deeper, with a maximum depth of 16 feet against 8 feet.
Is Lake Hanska or Clear Lake better for fishing?
Lake Hanska ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Hanska lists 16 species and Clear Lake lists 12.