Lake Minnetonka is the 10th largest lake in Minnesota; it has over 14,000
acres of water (approximately 22 square miles) with more than 100 miles of shoreline. Lake Minnetonka
is also the most heavily-used lakes in Minnesota.
Lake Minnetonka offers something for everyone. Come summer, there is no doubt
about it, Lake Minnetonka is the "place to be." For many residents, as well as visitors, spring and fall offer
a peaceful tranquility. Winter offers its own pleasures for snowmobiling or ice fishing. This lake offers many
enjoyments. Living in Orono you'll be a step or drive away from enjoying all the lake has to offer.
Despite the metro location, Lake Minnetonka is rated one of the finest, most consistent
fish producing lakes in the state. Some of the species in the lake include Bluegills (the most abundant species),
crappie, largemouth bass, muskellunge (muskie) northern pike, smallmouth bass, walleye.
Other noteworthy facts about Lake Minnetonka.
Lake Minnetonka is the 10th largest lake in Minnesota; it has over 14,000 acres
of water (approximately 22 square miles) with more than 100 miles of shoreline. Lake Minnetonka is
also the most heavily-used lakes in Minnesota.
Connecting channels: 31
Maximum Depth: 101 feet (in Crystal
Bay)
Outlet: Minnehaha Creek
Upper Lake Inlets: Six-Mile and Painters Creek
Water Clarity: 10.9 feet
