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type: compare
title: "Lake Madison vs Ballantyne Lake"
county: "Blue Earth"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/lake-madison-vs-ballantyne-lake
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# Lake Madison vs Ballantyne Lake

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

| | [Lake Madison](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/blue-earth-county/lake-madison) | [Ballantyne Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/blue-earth-county/ballantyne-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 61/100 | 52/100 |
| Nearest town | Madison Lake | Madison Lake |
| Surface area | 1,447 acres | 371 acres |
| Max depth | 59 ft | 58 ft |
| Shoreline | 12.4 mi | 3.7 mi |
| Water clarity | 2.3 ft | 2.7 ft |
| Public access | 3 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 20 | 16 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil | Eurasian watermilfoil |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/lake-madison-vs-ballantyne-lake)*