Leech Lake vs Washburn Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Cass County, Minnesota, side by side.
Leech Lake is the larger of the two at 103,444 acres against 1,590 for Washburn Lake. On our rankings, Leech Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Washburn Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Leech Lake comes out ahead for boating, Washburn Lake comes out ahead for camping, Washburn Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Leech Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Leech Lake | Washburn Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 92 / 100 | 83 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Walker | Outing |
| Surface area | 103,444 acres | 1,590 acres |
| Max depth | 150 ft | 111 ft |
| Shoreline | 194.9 mi | 19.8 mi |
| Water clarity | 11.3 ft | 13.2 ft |
| Public access | 10 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 20 | 20 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil, starry stonewort, zebra mussel | Eurasian watermilfoil |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLeech Lake
- SwimmingWashburn Lake
- BoatingLeech Lake
- CampingWashburn Lake
- PaddlingWashburn Lake
- Ice FishingLeech Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Leech Lake or Washburn Lake?
Leech Lake is bigger at 103,444 acres; Washburn Lake covers 1,590 acres.
Which is deeper, Leech Lake or Washburn Lake?
Leech Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 150 feet against 111 feet.
Is Leech Lake or Washburn Lake better for fishing?
Leech Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Leech Lake lists 20 species and Washburn Lake lists 20.