Winsted Lake vs Swan 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 352 for Swan Lake. On our rankings, Swan Lake comes out ahead for fishing, Winsted Lake comes out ahead for swimming, Swan Lake comes out ahead for boating, Swan Lake comes out ahead for paddling, and Swan Lake comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Winsted Lake | Swan Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 58 / 100 | 51 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Winsted | Silver Lake |
| Surface area | 382 acres | 352 acres |
| Max depth | 12 ft | 10 ft |
| Shoreline | 4 mi | 2.9 mi |
| Water clarity | 3 ft | 3.6 ft |
| Public access | 1 public boat launch (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 13 | 14 |
| Game fish | Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie |
| 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…
- FishingSwan Lake
- SwimmingWinsted Lake
- BoatingSwan Lake
- PaddlingSwan Lake
- Ice FishingSwan Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Winsted Lake or Swan Lake?
Winsted Lake is bigger at 382 acres; Swan Lake covers 352 acres.
Which is deeper, Winsted Lake or Swan Lake?
Winsted Lake is deeper, with a maximum depth of 12 feet against 10 feet.
Is Winsted Lake or Swan Lake better for fishing?
Swan Lake ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Winsted Lake lists 13 species and Swan Lake lists 14.