NORTH LOWER LAKE WEST HOMES FOR SALE
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DNR Lake ID: 27013302
Location Highlights:
North Lower Lake West lies just south of Browns Bay and north of Carsons Bay, with Big Island serving as a natural divider between it and Lower Lake South. Homes in this area are in the cities of Orono, Deephaven, and Excelsior. Depending on the property's location along the bay, homes fall within either in the Minnetonka School District or the Orono School District. These school districts are ranked among Minnesota's top 5 public schools. The bay's convenient location puts boaters in the center of Minnetonka's lake life. A notable area on North Lower Lake West is Ferguson Point in Deephaven, which was bought by William and Lydia Ferguson in 1854. The couple raised their family on the acre of land they purchased for $225. Today, Ferguson Point is known for its beautiful homes on the lake and the nearby top-tier Minnetonka School District.
Water Quality:
The water depth in North Lower Lake West ranges from 10 to 80 feet and has an A-rated water quality by the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. The bay is crystal clear and can be enjoyed recreationally throughout the year.
Boating Restrictions:
None
Lake Access:
There are no boat launches or marinas directly on North Lower Lake West, but there are plenty of marinas just north in Echo Bay. Echo Bay is home to Caribbean Marina, Lindbo Landing Marina, and Tonka Bay Marina, offering easy access to the lake through marine services, gas pumps, all-season boat storage, and dock slip rentals.
Amenities:
North Lower Lake West's central location allows boaters to venture into the beautiful Big Island Nature Park or the quiet residential beaches of Deephaven. Big Island is known for its excellent location. It is an ideal spot for camping, fishing, and hiking in the heart of the lake. The city of Orono owns the island and offers 20 campsites with fire pits, picnic tables, and grills. Big Island is known for its fishing, home to notable fish such as Bass, Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch, and Crappie. On the bay's western end, Sandy Beach and Rocky Beach allow boaters to escape the crowded Big Island and relax at the quiet beaches owned by Deephaven. Sandy Beach offers lifeguards July 1-4 from noon until 5:30 pm; other times, they do not equip lifeguards. Rocky Beach does not have lifeguards on duty but offers free off-street parking.
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Search North Lower Lake West Half Homes for Sale
DNR Lake ID: 27013302
Location Highlights:
North Lower Lake West lies just south of Browns Bay and north of Carsons Bay, with Big Island serving as a natural divider between it and Lower Lake South. Homes in this area are in the cities of Orono, Deephaven, and Excelsior. Depending on the property's location along the bay, homes fall within either in the Minnetonka School District or the Orono School District. These school districts are ranked among Minnesota's top 5 public schools. The bay's convenient location puts boaters in the center of Minnetonka's lake life. A notable area on North Lower Lake West is Ferguson Point in Deephaven, which was bought by William and Lydia Ferguson in 1854. The couple raised their family on the acre of land they purchased for $225. Today, Ferguson Point is known for its beautiful homes on the lake and the nearby top-tier Minnetonka School District.
Water Quality:
The water depth in North Lower Lake West ranges from 10 to 80 feet and has an A-rated water quality by the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. The bay is crystal clear and can be enjoyed recreationally throughout the year.
Boating Restrictions:
None
Lake Access:
There are no boat launches or marinas directly on North Lower Lake West, but there are plenty of marinas just north in Echo Bay. Echo Bay is home to Caribbean Marina, Lindbo Landing Marina, and Tonka Bay Marina, offering easy access to the lake through marine services, gas pumps, all-season boat storage, and dock slip rentals.
Amenities:
North Lower Lake West's central location allows boaters to venture into the beautiful Big Island Nature Park or the quiet residential beaches of Deephaven. Big Island is known for its excellent location. It is an ideal spot for camping, fishing, and hiking in the heart of the lake. The city of Orono owns the island and offers 20 campsites with fire pits, picnic tables, and grills. Big Island is known for its fishing, home to notable fish such as Bass, Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch, and Crappie. On the bay's western end, Sandy Beach and Rocky Beach allow boaters to escape the crowded Big Island and relax at the quiet beaches owned by Deephaven. Sandy Beach offers lifeguards July 1-4 from noon until 5:30 pm; other times, they do not equip lifeguards. Rocky Beach does not have lifeguards on duty but offers free off-street parking.
Source US News®
Source MN DNR®
Source Minnehaha Watershed District®
SEARCH BY BAY
Got Questions?