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type: compare
title: "Lura Lake vs Lake Madison"
county: "Blue Earth"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/lura-lake-vs-lake-madison
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# Lura Lake vs Lake Madison

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

| | [Lura Lake](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/blue-earth-county/lura-lake) | [Lake Madison](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/blue-earth-county/lake-madison) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lake Score | 63/100 | 61/100 |
| Nearest town | Mapleton | Madison Lake |
| Surface area | 1,359 acres | 1,447 acres |
| Max depth | 9 ft | 59 ft |
| Shoreline | 13.9 mi | 12.4 mi |
| Water clarity | 1.8 ft | 2.3 ft |
| Public access | 3 public boat launches (concrete) | 3 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 13 | 20 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil | Eurasian watermilfoil |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/lura-lake-vs-lake-madison)*