Winsted Lake vs Lake Marion
Two of the top-scoring lakes in McLeod County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Marion is the larger of the two at 520 acres against 382 for Winsted Lake. On our rankings, Lake Marion comes out ahead for fishing, Winsted Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Lake Marion comes out ahead for boating, Lake Marion comes out ahead for camping, Lake Marion comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Marion comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Winsted Lake | Lake Marion |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 58 / 100 | 57 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Winsted | Brownton |
| Surface area | 382 acres | 520 acres |
| Max depth | 12 ft | 15 ft |
| Shoreline | 4 mi | 6.7 mi |
| Water clarity | 3 ft | 2.4 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 13 | 12 |
| Game fish | Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | No | Yes |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLake Marion
- SwimmingWinsted Lake
- BoatingLake Marion
- CampingLake Marion
- PaddlingLake Marion
- Ice FishingLake Marion
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Winsted Lake or Lake Marion?
Lake Marion is bigger at 520 acres; Winsted Lake covers 382 acres.
Which is deeper, Winsted Lake or Lake Marion?
Lake Marion is deeper, with a maximum depth of 15 feet against 12 feet.
Is Winsted Lake or Lake Marion better for fishing?
Lake Marion ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Winsted Lake lists 13 species and Lake Marion lists 12.