Lake Washington vs Lake Volney
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 269 for Lake Volney. On our rankings, Lake Washington comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Washington comes out ahead for boating, Lake Washington comes out ahead for camping, Lake Volney comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Washington comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Washington | Lake Volney |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 65 / 100 | 62 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Madison Lake | Le Center |
| Surface area | 1,516 acres | 269 acres |
| Max depth | 51 ft | 67 ft |
| Shoreline | 12.1 mi | 2.5 mi |
| Water clarity | 2.4 ft | 12.7 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 18 | 12 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | Eurasian watermilfoil |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLake Washington
- BoatingLake Washington
- CampingLake Washington
- PaddlingLake Volney
- Ice FishingLake Washington
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Washington or Lake Volney?
Lake Washington is bigger at 1,516 acres; Lake Volney covers 269 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Washington or Lake Volney?
Lake Volney is deeper, with a maximum depth of 67 feet against 51 feet.
Is Lake Washington or Lake Volney 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 Lake Volney lists 12.