White Bear Lake vs Square Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Washington County, Minnesota, side by side.
White Bear Lake is the larger of the two at 2,428 acres against 203 for Square Lake. On our rankings, White Bear Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Square Lake comes out ahead for swimming, White Bear Lake comes out ahead for boating, Square Lake comes out ahead for camping, Square Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and White Bear Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | White Bear Lake | Square Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 80 / 100 | 78 / 100 |
| Nearest town | White Bear Lake | Stillwater |
| Surface area | 2,428 acres | 203 acres |
| Max depth | 83 ft | 68 ft |
| Shoreline | 13.6 mi | 2.4 mi |
| Water clarity | 12.5 ft | 17 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 18 | 12 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass | Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | No | Yes |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingWhite Bear Lake
- SwimmingSquare Lake
- BoatingWhite Bear Lake
- CampingSquare Lake
- PaddlingSquare Lake
- Ice FishingWhite Bear Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, White Bear Lake or Square Lake?
White Bear Lake is bigger at 2,428 acres; Square Lake covers 203 acres.
Which is deeper, White Bear Lake or Square Lake?
White Bear Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 83 feet against 68 feet.
Is White Bear Lake or Square Lake better for fishing?
White Bear Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. White Bear Lake lists 18 species and Square Lake lists 12.