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Lake Winona vs U.S. Lock & Dam #6 Pool

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

U.S. Lock & Dam #6 Pool is the larger of the two at 1,719 acres against 308 for Lake Winona. On our rankings, Lake Winona comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Winona comes out ahead for swimming, Lake Winona comes out ahead for boating, Lake Winona comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Winona comes out ahead for ice fishing.

MeasureLake WinonaU.S. Lock & Dam #6 Pool
Lake Score66 / 10043 / 100
Nearest townWinonaSugarloaf
Surface area308 acres1,719 acres
Max depth38 ft—
Shoreline5.2 mi44.4 mi
Water clarity3.2 ft—
Public access3 public boat launches (asphalt)Public access on record
Fish species2418
Game fishWalleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black CrappieWalleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie
StockedYesNo
Special regulationsNoNo
Swim beachYesNo
CampingNoNo
Invasive speciesEurasian watermilfoilEurasian watermilfoil, bighead carp, faucet snail, flowering rush, grass carp, silver carp, zebra mussel

Which lake is better for…

  • Fishing
    Lake Winona
  • Swimming
    Lake Winona
  • Boating
    Lake Winona
  • Paddling
    Lake Winona
  • Ice Fishing
    Lake Winona

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is bigger, Lake Winona or U.S. Lock & Dam #6 Pool?

U.S. Lock & Dam #6 Pool is bigger at 1,719 acres; Lake Winona covers 308 acres.

Is Lake Winona or U.S. Lock & Dam #6 Pool better for fishing?

Lake Winona ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Winona lists 24 species and U.S. Lock & Dam #6 Pool lists 18.