Lake Minnewaska vs Lake Johanna
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Pope County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Minnewaska is the larger of the two at 8,050 acres against 1,399 for Lake Johanna. On our rankings, Lake Minnewaska comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Minnewaska comes out ahead for swimming, Lake Minnewaska comes out ahead for boating, Lake Minnewaska comes out ahead for camping, Lake Johanna comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Minnewaska comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Minnewaska | Lake Johanna |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 74 / 100 | 59 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Long Beach | Brooten |
| Surface area | 8,050 acres | 1,399 acres |
| Max depth | 32 ft | 10 ft |
| Shoreline | 19.9 mi | 14.6 mi |
| Water clarity | 9.4 ft | 9.5 ft |
| Public access | 3 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 20 | 11 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil, starry stonewort, zebra mussel | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLake Minnewaska
- SwimmingLake Minnewaska
- BoatingLake Minnewaska
- CampingLake Minnewaska
- PaddlingLake Johanna
- Ice FishingLake Minnewaska
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Minnewaska or Lake Johanna?
Lake Minnewaska is bigger at 8,050 acres; Lake Johanna covers 1,399 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Minnewaska or Lake Johanna?
Lake Minnewaska is deeper, with a maximum depth of 32 feet against 10 feet.
Is Lake Minnewaska or Lake Johanna better for fishing?
Lake Minnewaska ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Minnewaska lists 20 species and Lake Johanna lists 11.