St. James Lake vs Kansas Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Watonwan County, Minnesota, side by side.
Kansas Lake is the larger of the two at 403 acres against 203 for St. James Lake. On our rankings, St. James Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Kansas Lake comes out ahead for boating, St. James Lake comes out ahead for camping, St. James Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Kansas Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | St. James Lake | Kansas Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 55 / 100 | 52 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Saint James | Saint James |
| Surface area | 203 acres | 403 acres |
| Max depth | 15 ft | 7 ft |
| Shoreline | 3.7 mi | 3.9 mi |
| Water clarity | 2.8 ft | 1.6 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 12 | 14 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingSt. James Lake
- BoatingKansas Lake
- CampingSt. James Lake
- PaddlingSt. James Lake
- Ice FishingKansas Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, St. James Lake or Kansas Lake?
Kansas Lake is bigger at 403 acres; St. James Lake covers 203 acres.
Which is deeper, St. James Lake or Kansas Lake?
St. James Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 15 feet against 7 feet.
Is St. James Lake or Kansas Lake better for fishing?
St. James Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. St. James Lake lists 12 species and Kansas Lake lists 14.