St. James Lake vs Long Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Watonwan County, Minnesota, side by side.
Long Lake is the larger of the two at 263 acres against 203 for St. James Lake. On our rankings, Long Lake comes out ahead for fishing, St. James Lake comes out ahead for boating, St. James Lake comes out ahead for camping, St. James Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Long Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | St. James Lake | Long Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 55 / 100 | 49 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Saint James | Saint James |
| Surface area | 203 acres | 263 acres |
| Max depth | 15 ft | 13 ft |
| Shoreline | 3.7 mi | 4.7 mi |
| Water clarity | 2.8 ft | 2.3 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, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLong Lake
- BoatingSt. James Lake
- CampingSt. James Lake
- PaddlingSt. James Lake
- Ice FishingLong Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, St. James Lake or Long Lake?
Long Lake is bigger at 263 acres; St. James Lake covers 203 acres.
Which is deeper, St. James Lake or Long Lake?
St. James Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 15 feet against 13 feet.
Is St. James Lake or Long Lake better for fishing?
Long Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. St. James Lake lists 12 species and Long Lake lists 14.