Silver Lake vs Shady Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Olmsted County, Minnesota, side by side.
Shady Lake is the larger of the two at 144 acres against 50 for Silver Lake. On our rankings, Silver Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Shady Lake comes out ahead for camping, Shady Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Silver Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Silver Lake | Shady Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 40 / 100 | 34 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Rochester | Oronoco |
| Surface area | 50 acres | 144 acres |
| Max depth | 11 ft | 13 ft |
| Shoreline | 3 mi | 9.2 mi |
| Water clarity | 1.3 ft | — |
| Public access | Public access on record | Public access on record |
| Fish species | 13 | 0 |
| Game fish | Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch | — |
| Stocked | No | No |
| Special regulations | Yes | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | No | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingSilver Lake
- CampingShady Lake
- PaddlingShady Lake
- Ice FishingSilver Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Silver Lake or Shady Lake?
Shady Lake is bigger at 144 acres; Silver Lake covers 50 acres.
Which is deeper, Silver Lake or Shady Lake?
Shady Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 13 feet against 11 feet.
Is Silver Lake or Shady 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 13 species and Shady Lake lists 0.