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type: compare
title: "Lake Washington vs Lake Volney"
county: "Le Sueur"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/lake-washington-vs-lake-volney
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# Lake Washington vs Lake Volney

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

| | [Lake Washington](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/le-sueur-county/lake-washington) | [Lake Volney](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/le-sueur-county/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 |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/lake-washington-vs-lake-volney)*