Winsted Lake vs Stahl's Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in McLeod County, Minnesota, side by side.
Winsted Lake is the larger of the two at 382 acres against 141 for Stahl's Lake. On our rankings, Stahl's Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Winsted Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Winsted Lake comes out ahead for boating, Stahl's Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Stahl's Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Winsted Lake | Stahl's Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 58 / 100 | 52 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Winsted | Hutchinson |
| Surface area | 382 acres | 141 acres |
| Max depth | 12 ft | 37 ft |
| Shoreline | 4 mi | 2.7 mi |
| Water clarity | 3 ft | 4.2 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 13 | 14 |
| 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 | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingStahl's Lake
- SwimmingWinsted Lake
- BoatingWinsted Lake
- PaddlingStahl's Lake
- Ice FishingStahl's Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Winsted Lake or Stahl's Lake?
Winsted Lake is bigger at 382 acres; Stahl's Lake covers 141 acres.
Which is deeper, Winsted Lake or Stahl's Lake?
Stahl's Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 37 feet against 12 feet.
Is Winsted Lake or Stahl's Lake better for fishing?
Stahl's Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Winsted Lake lists 13 species and Stahl's Lake lists 14.