Okabena Lake vs Ocheda Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Nobles County, Minnesota, side by side.
Ocheda Lake is the larger of the two at 1,691 acres against 776 for Okabena Lake. On our rankings, Okabena Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Okabena Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Okabena Lake comes out ahead for boating, Okabena Lake comes out ahead for camping, Okabena Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Okabena Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Okabena Lake | Ocheda Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 65 / 100 | 55 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Worthington | Worthington |
| Surface area | 776 acres | 1,691 acres |
| Max depth | 16 ft | 5 ft |
| Shoreline | 6.5 mi | 20.6 mi |
| Water clarity | 1.5 ft | — |
| Public access | 4 public boat launches (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 19 | 10 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie | Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, Channel Catfish |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingOkabena Lake
- SwimmingOkabena Lake
- BoatingOkabena Lake
- CampingOkabena Lake
- PaddlingOkabena Lake
- Ice FishingOkabena Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Okabena Lake or Ocheda Lake?
Ocheda Lake is bigger at 1,691 acres; Okabena Lake covers 776 acres.
Which is deeper, Okabena Lake or Ocheda Lake?
Okabena Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 16 feet against 5 feet.
Is Okabena Lake or Ocheda Lake better for fishing?
Okabena Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Okabena Lake lists 19 species and Ocheda Lake lists 10.