Lower Prior Lake vs Upper Prior Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Scott County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lower Prior Lake is the larger of the two at 956 acres against 386 for Upper Prior Lake. On our rankings, Lower Prior Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Lower Prior Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Lower Prior Lake comes out ahead for boating, Lower Prior Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Lower Prior Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lower Prior Lake | Upper Prior Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 73 / 100 | 54 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Grainwood | Grainwood |
| Surface area | 956 acres | 386 acres |
| Max depth | 60 ft | 50 ft |
| Shoreline | 14.7 mi | 6.2 mi |
| Water clarity | 12.3 ft | 3.1 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 15 | 16 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | Yes |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | No | No |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLower Prior Lake
- SwimmingLower Prior Lake
- BoatingLower Prior Lake
- PaddlingLower Prior Lake
- Ice FishingLower Prior Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lower Prior Lake or Upper Prior Lake?
Lower Prior Lake is bigger at 956 acres; Upper Prior Lake covers 386 acres.
Which is deeper, Lower Prior Lake or Upper Prior Lake?
Lower Prior Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 60 feet against 50 feet.
Is Lower Prior Lake or Upper Prior Lake better for fishing?
Lower Prior Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lower Prior Lake lists 15 species and Upper Prior Lake lists 16.