Sleepy Eye Lake vs Clear Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Brown County, Minnesota, side by side.
Clear Lake is the larger of the two at 252 acres against 241 for Sleepy Eye Lake. On our rankings, Sleepy Eye Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Sleepy Eye Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Sleepy Eye Lake comes out ahead for boating, Sleepy Eye Lake comes out ahead for camping, and Sleepy Eye Lake comes out ahead for paddling.
| Measure | Sleepy Eye Lake | Clear Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 68 / 100 | 48 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Sleepy Eye | New Ulm |
| Surface area | 241 acres | 252 acres |
| Max depth | 21 ft | 8 ft |
| Shoreline | 4.3 mi | 3 mi |
| Water clarity | 3.7 ft | 1.8 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 10 | 12 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| 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…
- FishingSleepy Eye Lake
- SwimmingSleepy Eye Lake
- BoatingSleepy Eye Lake
- CampingSleepy Eye Lake
- PaddlingSleepy Eye Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Sleepy Eye Lake or Clear Lake?
Clear Lake is bigger at 252 acres; Sleepy Eye Lake covers 241 acres.
Which is deeper, Sleepy Eye Lake or Clear Lake?
Sleepy Eye Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 21 feet against 8 feet.
Is Sleepy Eye Lake or Clear Lake better for fishing?
Sleepy Eye Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Sleepy Eye Lake lists 10 species and Clear Lake lists 12.