Lake Marion vs Stahl's Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in McLeod County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Marion is the larger of the two at 520 acres against 141 for Stahl's Lake. On our rankings, Lake Marion comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Marion comes out ahead for boating, Lake Marion comes out ahead for camping, Lake Marion comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Marion comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Marion | Stahl's Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 57 / 100 | 52 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Brownton | Hutchinson |
| Surface area | 520 acres | 141 acres |
| Max depth | 15 ft | 37 ft |
| Shoreline | 6.7 mi | 2.7 mi |
| Water clarity | 2.4 ft | 4.2 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 12 | 14 |
| 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 Marion or Stahl's Lake?
Lake Marion is bigger at 520 acres; Stahl's Lake covers 141 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Marion or Stahl's Lake?
Stahl's Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 37 feet against 15 feet.
Is Lake Marion or Stahl's Lake better for fishing?
Lake Marion ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Marion lists 12 species and Stahl's Lake lists 14.