Silver Lake vs Schilling Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Sibley County, Minnesota, side by side.
Schilling Lake is the larger of the two at 763 acres against 652 for Silver Lake. On our rankings, Silver Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Silver Lake comes out ahead for boating, Schilling Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Silver Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Silver Lake | Schilling Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 44 / 100 | 27 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Arlington | New Auburn |
| Surface area | 652 acres | 763 acres |
| Max depth | 8 ft | 7 ft |
| Shoreline | 6.4 mi | 9.2 mi |
| Water clarity | — | — |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | Public access on record |
| Fish species | 6 | 0 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Black Crappie, White Crappie | — |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | No | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingSilver Lake
- BoatingSilver Lake
- PaddlingSchilling Lake
- Ice FishingSilver Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Silver Lake or Schilling Lake?
Schilling Lake is bigger at 763 acres; Silver Lake covers 652 acres.
Which is deeper, Silver Lake or Schilling Lake?
Silver Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 8 feet against 7 feet.
Is Silver Lake or Schilling Lake better for fishing?
Silver Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Silver Lake lists 6 species and Schilling Lake lists 0.