St. James Lake vs Wood Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Watonwan County, Minnesota, side by side.
Wood Lake is the larger of the two at 559 acres against 203 for St. James Lake. On our rankings, St. James Lake comes out ahead for fishing, St. James Lake comes out ahead for boating, St. James Lake comes out ahead for camping, and St. James Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | St. James Lake | Wood Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 55 / 100 | 32 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Saint James | Sveadahl |
| Surface area | 203 acres | 559 acres |
| Max depth | 15 ft | 4 ft |
| Shoreline | 3.7 mi | 6.5 mi |
| Water clarity | 2.8 ft | — |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | Public access on record |
| Fish species | 12 | 5 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill | Northern Pike, Yellow Perch |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | No | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingSt. James Lake
- BoatingSt. James Lake
- CampingSt. James Lake
- Ice FishingSt. James Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, St. James Lake or Wood Lake?
Wood Lake is bigger at 559 acres; St. James Lake covers 203 acres.
Which is deeper, St. James Lake or Wood Lake?
St. James Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 15 feet against 4 feet.
Is St. James Lake or Wood 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 Wood Lake lists 5.