Lake located approximately 15 miles west-southwest of Minneapolis is a collection of 16 interconnecting lakes with about 23 named bays and areas and is Minnesota's ninth largest lake and is popular among boaters, sailors, and fishermen
General Information
How to Get There
From Minneapolis, MN (15 mi): Take I-394 W from downtown Minneapolis approximately 15 miles west to the Lake Minnetonka area, with access via Wayzata on US-12 W, Excelsior on MN-7 W, or Minnetonka Beach via US-12 W.
Overview
Lake Minnetonka is a sprawling, irregularly shaped lake about 15 miles west of Minneapolis, formed roughly 10,000 years ago as the last glaciers retreated. A collection of 16 interconnected lakes and bays with 125 miles of shoreline, it's Minnesota's ninth-largest lake and a longtime favorite for boating, sailing, and fishing.
Several regional parks ring the lake, including Lake Minnetonka Regional Park and Noerenberg Gardens, along with bike trails maintained by the Three Rivers Park District. Beyond boating and fishing, popular activities include swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding in summer, and ice fishing, snowmobiling, and ice yachting in winter.
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Excelsior, MN
Community located approximately 15 miles southwest of downtown Minneapolis on the southern shore of Lake Minnetonka where Downtown Excelsior historic district has been home to many businesses including hotels, restaurants, and merchants.
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Wayzata, MN
Small lakeside community 16 miles west of Minneapolis on the shores of Lake Minnetonka known for its small town environment
