Lime Lake vs Lake Sarah
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Murray County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Sarah is the larger of the two at 1,209 acres against 326 for Lime Lake. On our rankings, Lime Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Sarah comes out ahead for boating, Lime Lake comes out ahead for camping, Lake Sarah comes out ahead for paddling, and Lime Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lime Lake | Lake Sarah |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 53 / 100 | 51 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Avoca | Garvin |
| Surface area | 326 acres | 1,209 acres |
| Max depth | 7 ft | 10 ft |
| Shoreline | 4.1 mi | 8.1 mi |
| Water clarity | 0.7 ft | 3.1 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 3 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 13 | 10 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLime Lake
- BoatingLake Sarah
- CampingLime Lake
- PaddlingLake Sarah
- Ice FishingLime Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lime Lake or Lake Sarah?
Lake Sarah is bigger at 1,209 acres; Lime Lake covers 326 acres.
Which is deeper, Lime Lake or Lake Sarah?
Lake Sarah is deeper, with a maximum depth of 10 feet against 7 feet.
Is Lime Lake or Lake Sarah better for fishing?
Lime Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lime Lake lists 13 species and Lake Sarah lists 10.