SMITHS BAY HOMES FOR SALE
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DNR Lake ID: 27013300
Location Highlights:
Smiths Bay is just between Crystal Bay and Browns Bay, framed by the iconic Arcola Bridge to the east and the scenic Bracketts Point to the west. Located within the cities of Wayzata and Orono, the bay offers some of the most breathtaking views overlooking North Lower Lake East on Lake Minnetonka. Homes along Smiths Bay fall within the highly regarded Wayzata and Orono School Districts. The bay provides effortless access to the larger expanse of Lake Minnetonka while remaining sheltered from its winds, creating a calm and inviting setting for boaters and homeowners alike. Bracketts Point, one of the lake's most prestigious addresses, offers a peaceful retreat from city life, just 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis. With nearly 180 degrees of panoramic lakeshore, it delivers unmatched views of the lake's vast beauty and a rare blend of tranquility and convenience.
Water Quality:
The maximum water depth in Smiths Bay is 80 feet and has an A rating for water quality by the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. The water is crystal clear and can be enjoyed recreationally throughout the year.
Boating Restrictions:
None
Lake Access:
Smiths Bay does not have any boat launches or marinas, but there is an abundance of marinas in the neighboring Browns Bay. The Marians include North Shore Marina and Browns Bay Marina, which allow easy access to Lake Minnetonka, dock slips, and off-season storage. Smiths Bay may not be home to any marinas, but it is home to Your Boat Club, which grants boat rentals seven days a week from late spring to early fall.
Amenities:
Smiths Bay’s flourishing popularity and convenient location make it easy to find attractions year-round. Nearby in the heart of Lake Minnetonka, Big Island Nature Park is an excellent spot for camping, fishing, and hiking. The park offers 20 campsites with fire pits, picnic tables, and grills. Big Island has a variety of fish species, including Bass, Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch, and Crappie, ready to be caught right off the shore. Nearby in Wayzata Bay, downtown Wayzata presents an abundance of shopping, and the Wayzata public docks make it easy to catch a bite to eat at restaurants like Giannis Steakhouse, COV, and Wayzata Bar and Grill.
Sources:
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Source Minnehaha Watershed District®
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Search Smiths Bay Homes for Sale
DNR Lake ID: 27013300
Location Highlights:
Smiths Bay is just between Crystal Bay and Browns Bay, framed by the iconic Arcola Bridge to the east and the scenic Bracketts Point to the west. Located within the cities of Wayzata and Orono, the bay offers some of the most breathtaking views overlooking North Lower Lake East on Lake Minnetonka. Homes along Smiths Bay fall within the highly regarded Wayzata and Orono School Districts. The bay provides effortless access to the larger expanse of Lake Minnetonka while remaining sheltered from its winds, creating a calm and inviting setting for boaters and homeowners alike. Bracketts Point, one of the lake's most prestigious addresses, offers a peaceful retreat from city life, just 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis. With nearly 180 degrees of panoramic lakeshore, it delivers unmatched views of the lake's vast beauty and a rare blend of tranquility and convenience.
Water Quality:
The maximum water depth in Smiths Bay is 80 feet and has an A rating for water quality by the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. The water is crystal clear and can be enjoyed recreationally throughout the year.
Boating Restrictions:
None
Lake Access:
Smiths Bay does not have any boat launches or marinas, but there is an abundance of marinas in the neighboring Browns Bay. The Marians include North Shore Marina and Browns Bay Marina, which allow easy access to Lake Minnetonka, dock slips, and off-season storage. Smiths Bay may not be home to any marinas, but it is home to Your Boat Club, which grants boat rentals seven days a week from late spring to early fall.
Amenities:
Smiths Bay’s flourishing popularity and convenient location make it easy to find attractions year-round. Nearby in the heart of Lake Minnetonka, Big Island Nature Park is an excellent spot for camping, fishing, and hiking. The park offers 20 campsites with fire pits, picnic tables, and grills. Big Island has a variety of fish species, including Bass, Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch, and Crappie, ready to be caught right off the shore. Nearby in Wayzata Bay, downtown Wayzata presents an abundance of shopping, and the Wayzata public docks make it easy to catch a bite to eat at restaurants like Giannis Steakhouse, COV, and Wayzata Bar and Grill.
Sources:
Source MN DNR®
Source Minnehaha Watershed District®
SEARCH BY BAY
Got Questions?