Lake Le Homme Dieu vs Lake Darling
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Douglas County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Le Homme Dieu is the larger of the two at 1,801 acres against 1,050 for Lake Darling. On our rankings, Lake Le Homme Dieu comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Darling comes out ahead for swimming, Lake Le Homme Dieu comes out ahead for boating, Lake Darling comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Le Homme Dieu comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Le Homme Dieu | Lake Darling |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 74 / 100 | 73 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Alexandria | Alexandria |
| Surface area | 1,801 acres | 1,050 acres |
| Max depth | 85 ft | 62 ft |
| Shoreline | 10.1 mi | 6.8 mi |
| Water clarity | 12.3 ft | 13.4 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 20 | 19 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | No | No |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel | zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLake Le Homme Dieu
- SwimmingLake Darling
- BoatingLake Le Homme Dieu
- PaddlingLake Darling
- Ice FishingLake Le Homme Dieu
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Le Homme Dieu or Lake Darling?
Lake Le Homme Dieu is bigger at 1,801 acres; Lake Darling covers 1,050 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Le Homme Dieu or Lake Darling?
Lake Le Homme Dieu is deeper, with a maximum depth of 85 feet against 62 feet.
Is Lake Le Homme Dieu or Lake Darling better for fishing?
Lake Le Homme Dieu ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Le Homme Dieu lists 20 species and Lake Darling lists 19.