WOOLSEY POND

DNR Lake ID: 27013302

Location Highlights: 

Woolsey Pond is located off of Wayzata Bay on the lake’s northeast half. The pond is minutes from downtown Wayzata in the Minnetonka School District. Woolsey Pond is included in Woodland’s lakeshore and is surrounded by drooping willow trees, lily pads, and abundant wildlife, making the little back channel a must-see on Lake Minnetonka. 

Water Quality:

The water depth in Woosley Pond reaches a maximum depth of 16 feet, and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District has given it an A rating in water quality, which means that the water in the bay is crystal clear and can be enjoyed recreationally year round. 

Boating Restrictions: 

No wake zone 

Lake Access: 

The lack of marinas and boat launches on Woolsey Pond makes it an ideal location to dock recreational boats. The mass of boat launches and marinas in the neighboring Wayzata Bay confirms the area's popularity. Woolsey Pond is just minutes from the buzzing social scene in downtown Wayzata while being secluded from the noise. 

Amenities: 

The residential community of Woodland has approximately 500 residents and 190 households, making it the smallest city on Lake Minnetonka. The quaint town lacks retail and restaurants, so much so that the city hall is within Greenwood and Deephaven’s city halls. Still, the proximity to the charming Downtown Wayzata makes it easy to find attractions to do year-round.