Lake Waconia vs Lake Minnewashta
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Carver County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Waconia is the larger of the two at 3,080 acres against 680 for Lake Minnewashta. On our rankings, Lake Waconia comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Minnewashta comes out ahead for swimming, Lake Waconia comes out ahead for boating, Lake Minnewashta comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Waconia comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Waconia | Lake Minnewashta |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 67 / 100 | 67 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Waconia | Chanhassen |
| Surface area | 3,080 acres | 680 acres |
| Max depth | 37 ft | 70 ft |
| Shoreline | 10.9 mi | 8.9 mi |
| Water clarity | 5.9 ft | 7.4 ft |
| Public access | 2 public boat launches (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 16 | 14 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill |
| Stocked | Yes | No |
| Special regulations | Yes | Yes |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | No | No |
| Invasive species | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel | Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLake Waconia
- SwimmingLake Minnewashta
- BoatingLake Waconia
- PaddlingLake Minnewashta
- Ice FishingLake Waconia
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Waconia or Lake Minnewashta?
Lake Waconia is bigger at 3,080 acres; Lake Minnewashta covers 680 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Waconia or Lake Minnewashta?
Lake Minnewashta is deeper, with a maximum depth of 70 feet against 37 feet.
Is Lake Waconia or Lake Minnewashta better for fishing?
Lake Waconia ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Waconia lists 16 species and Lake Minnewashta lists 14.