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Lake Pulaski vs West Lake Sylvia

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

West Lake Sylvia is the larger of the two at 904 acres against 813 for Lake Pulaski. On our rankings, Lake Pulaski comes out ahead for swimming, West Lake Sylvia comes out ahead for boating, and West Lake Sylvia comes out ahead for paddling.

MeasureLake PulaskiWest Lake Sylvia
Lake Score72 / 10066 / 100
Nearest townBuffaloSouth Haven
Surface area813 acres904 acres
Max depth87 ft97 ft
Shoreline5.9 mi12.7 mi
Water clarity12 ft20 ft
Public access1 public boat launch (concrete)1 public boat launch (concrete)
Fish species1515
Game fishWalleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, BluegillWalleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill
StockedYesYes
Special regulationsNoYes
Swim beachYesNo
CampingNoNo
Invasive speciesEurasian watermilfoil, zebra musselEurasian watermilfoil, starry stonewort, zebra mussel

Which lake is better for…

  • Swimming
    Lake Pulaski
  • Boating
    West Lake Sylvia
  • Paddling
    West Lake Sylvia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is bigger, Lake Pulaski or West Lake Sylvia?

West Lake Sylvia is bigger at 904 acres; Lake Pulaski covers 813 acres.

Which is deeper, Lake Pulaski or West Lake Sylvia?

West Lake Sylvia is deeper, with a maximum depth of 97 feet against 87 feet.