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type: compare
title: "Lake Koronis vs Big Fish Lake"
county: "Stearns"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/lake-koronis-vs-big-fish-lake
---

# Lake Koronis vs Big Fish Lake

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

| | [Lake Koronis](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/stearns-county/lake-koronis) | [Big Fish Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/stearns-county/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 |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/lake-koronis-vs-big-fish-lake)*