West Twin Lake vs Wood Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Lyon County, Minnesota, side by side.
Wood Lake is the larger of the two at 373 acres against 220 for West Twin Lake. On our rankings, Wood Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Wood Lake comes out ahead for boating, West Twin Lake comes out ahead for camping, West Twin Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Wood Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | West Twin Lake | Wood Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 47 / 100 | 46 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Florence | Russell |
| Surface area | 220 acres | 373 acres |
| Max depth | 10 ft | 14 ft |
| Shoreline | 2.9 mi | 3.5 mi |
| Water clarity | 4 ft | 4.2 ft |
| Public access | Public access on record | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 9 | 8 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Yellow Perch | Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Yellow Perch |
| 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…
- FishingWood Lake
- BoatingWood Lake
- CampingWest Twin Lake
- PaddlingWest Twin Lake
- Ice FishingWood Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, West Twin Lake or Wood Lake?
Wood Lake is bigger at 373 acres; West Twin Lake covers 220 acres.
Which is deeper, West Twin Lake or Wood Lake?
Wood Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 14 feet against 10 feet.
Is West Twin Lake or Wood Lake better for fishing?
Wood Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. West Twin Lake lists 9 species and Wood Lake lists 8.