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DNR Lake ID: 27013305
Location Highlights:
West Upper Lake is the largest open water area in the western half of Lake Minnetonka, spanning 873 acres with 4.6 miles of scenic shoreline. The bay is located just south of Cooks Bay and west of Phelps Bay. It offers a balance of natural beauty and accessibility. The shoreline is home to some of the area's most sought-after properties, located in the city of Minnetrista within the Mound Westonka School District. Prominent residential areas include Hardscrabble, Crane Island, Loring Acres, Woodend Shores, and Palmer Pointe, both known for their stunning lake views and luxurious homes.
Water Quality:
West Upper Lake reaches depths of up to 66 feet and holds a B rating from the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. This indicates generally good water quality, though algae growth may slightly impact swimming conditions in late summer.
Boating Restrictions:
None
Lake Access:
West Upper Lake features one of the few public boat launches on Lake Minnetonka, located within Lake Minnetonka Regional Park Boat Launch. The launch offers 55 on-site trailer parking spaces (permit required), a boathouse, restrooms, and a convenient pier for easy water access, making it a favorite among recreational boaters.
Amenities:
The Lake Minnetonka Regional Park provides a wide range of family-friendly amenities along the bay. Highlights include over 3 miles of paved biking and walking trails, a disc golf course, a fishing pier, and a massive 20,000-square-foot nautical-themed playground with climbing nets, slides, and a cargo hold. The park's centerpiece is its unique man-made chlorinated swimming pond, which uses filtered water drawn directly from Lake Minnetonka, offering a clean, safe alternative to open-lake swimming.
Sources:
Source MN DNR®
Source Minnehaha Watershed District®
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West Upper Lake
No listings were found matching your search criteria.
DNR Lake ID: 27013305
Location Highlights:
West Upper Lake is the largest open water area in the western half of Lake Minnetonka, spanning 873 acres with 4.6 miles of scenic shoreline. The bay is located just south of Cooks Bay and west of Phelps Bay. It offers a balance of natural beauty and accessibility. The shoreline is home to some of the area's most sought-after properties, located in the city of Minnetrista within the Mound Westonka School District. Prominent residential areas include Hardscrabble, Crane Island, Loring Acres, Woodend Shores, and Palmer Pointe, both known for their stunning lake views and luxurious homes.
Water Quality:
West Upper Lake reaches depths of up to 66 feet and holds a B rating from the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. This indicates generally good water quality, though algae growth may slightly impact swimming conditions in late summer.
Boating Restrictions:
None
Lake Access:
West Upper Lake features one of the few public boat launches on Lake Minnetonka, located within Lake Minnetonka Regional Park Boat Launch. The launch offers 55 on-site trailer parking spaces (permit required), a boathouse, restrooms, and a convenient pier for easy water access, making it a favorite among recreational boaters.
Amenities:
The Lake Minnetonka Regional Park provides a wide range of family-friendly amenities along the bay. Highlights include over 3 miles of paved biking and walking trails, a disc golf course, a fishing pier, and a massive 20,000-square-foot nautical-themed playground with climbing nets, slides, and a cargo hold. The park's centerpiece is its unique man-made chlorinated swimming pond, which uses filtered water drawn directly from Lake Minnetonka, offering a clean, safe alternative to open-lake swimming.
Sources:
Source MN DNR®
Source Minnehaha Watershed District®
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Got Questions?