Lake Koronis vs Big Fish Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Stearns County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Koronis is the larger of the two at 2,968 acres against 557 for Big Fish Lake. On our rankings, Lake Koronis comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Koronis comes out ahead for swimming, Lake Koronis comes out ahead for boating, Lake Koronis comes out ahead for camping, Big Fish Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Koronis comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Koronis | Big Fish Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 74 / 100 | 66 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Paynesville | Cold Spring |
| Surface area | 2,968 acres | 557 acres |
| Max depth | 132 ft | 70 ft |
| Shoreline | 15.8 mi | 5.9 mi |
| Water clarity | 4.7 ft | 17 ft |
| Public access | 5 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 22 | 15 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | starry stonewort, zebra mussel | zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLake Koronis
- SwimmingLake Koronis
- BoatingLake Koronis
- CampingLake Koronis
- PaddlingBig Fish Lake
- Ice FishingLake Koronis
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Koronis or Big Fish Lake?
Lake Koronis is bigger at 2,968 acres; Big Fish Lake covers 557 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Koronis or Big Fish Lake?
Lake Koronis is deeper, with a maximum depth of 132 feet against 70 feet.
Is Lake Koronis or Big Fish Lake better for fishing?
Lake Koronis ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Koronis lists 22 species and Big Fish Lake lists 15.