Lake Minnewaska vs Leven Lake
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 282 for Leven Lake. 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, Leven Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Minnewaska comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Minnewaska | Leven Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 74 / 100 | 60 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Long Beach | Villard |
| Surface area | 8,050 acres | 282 acres |
| Max depth | 32 ft | 33 ft |
| Shoreline | 19.9 mi | 2.6 mi |
| Water clarity | 9.4 ft | 9.3 ft |
| Public access | 3 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 20 | 13 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | Yes | Yes |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil, starry stonewort, zebra mussel | zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLake Minnewaska
- SwimmingLake Minnewaska
- BoatingLake Minnewaska
- CampingLake Minnewaska
- PaddlingLeven Lake
- Ice FishingLake Minnewaska
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Minnewaska or Leven Lake?
Lake Minnewaska is bigger at 8,050 acres; Leven Lake covers 282 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Minnewaska or Leven Lake?
Leven Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 33 feet against 32 feet.
Is Lake Minnewaska or Leven Lake 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 Leven Lake lists 13.