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type: compare
title: "Lower Prior Lake vs Cleary Lake"
county: "Scott"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/lower-prior-lake-vs-cleary-lake
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# Lower Prior Lake vs Cleary Lake

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

| | [Lower Prior Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/scott-county/lower-prior-lake) | [Cleary Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/scott-county/cleary-lake) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 73/100 | 55/100 |
| Nearest town | Grainwood | Prior Lake |
| Surface area | 956 acres | 145 acres |
| Max depth | 60 ft | 9 ft |
| Shoreline | 14.7 mi | 3.8 mi |
| Water clarity | 12.3 ft | 1.5 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 15 | 7 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie | Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Black Bullhead |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | No | Yes |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel | None listed |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/lower-prior-lake-vs-cleary-lake)*