Lake Washington vs Fish Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Washington is the larger of the two at 1,516 acres against 77 for Fish Lake. On our rankings, Lake Washington comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Washington comes out ahead for boating, Lake Washington comes out ahead for camping, Fish Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Washington comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Washington | Fish Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 65 / 100 | 60 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Madison Lake | Waterville |
| Surface area | 1,516 acres | 77 acres |
| Max depth | 51 ft | 55 ft |
| Shoreline | 12.1 mi | 1.8 mi |
| Water clarity | 2.4 ft | 13.8 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) |
| Fish species | 18 | 14 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie | Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | Yes | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLake Washington
- BoatingLake Washington
- CampingLake Washington
- PaddlingFish Lake
- Ice FishingLake Washington
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Washington or Fish Lake?
Lake Washington is bigger at 1,516 acres; Fish Lake covers 77 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Washington or Fish Lake?
Fish Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 55 feet against 51 feet.
Is Lake Washington or Fish Lake better for fishing?
Lake Washington ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Washington lists 18 species and Fish Lake lists 14.