North Center Lake vs South Center Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Chisago County, Minnesota, side by side.
South Center Lake is the larger of the two at 910 acres against 749 for North Center Lake. On our rankings, South Center Lake comes out ahead for fishing, South Center Lake comes out ahead for boating, North Center Lake comes out ahead for camping, North Center Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and South Center Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | North Center Lake | South Center Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 65 / 100 | 58 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Center City | Lindstrom |
| Surface area | 749 acres | 910 acres |
| Max depth | 46 ft | 109 ft |
| Shoreline | 12.1 mi | 12.1 mi |
| Water clarity | 5.8 ft | 3.9 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (asphalt) | 1 public boat launch (asphalt) |
| Fish species | 15 | 14 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | Yes | Yes |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil | Eurasian watermilfoil |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingSouth Center Lake
- BoatingSouth Center Lake
- CampingNorth Center Lake
- PaddlingNorth Center Lake
- Ice FishingSouth Center Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, North Center Lake or South Center Lake?
South Center Lake is bigger at 910 acres; North Center Lake covers 749 acres.
Which is deeper, North Center Lake or South Center Lake?
South Center Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 109 feet against 46 feet.
Is North Center Lake or South Center Lake better for fishing?
South Center Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. North Center Lake lists 15 species and South Center Lake lists 14.