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type: compare
title: "Lake Waconia vs Lake Minnewashta"
county: "Carver"
url: https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/lake-waconia-vs-lake-minnewashta
---

# Lake Waconia vs Lake Minnewashta

Two of the top-scoring lakes in Carver County, Minnesota, side by side.

| | [Lake Waconia](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/carver-county/lake-waconia) | [Lake Minnewashta](https://www.minnelakes.org/lakes/carver-county/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 |

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*Source: [MinneLakes.org](https://www.minnelakes.org/compare/lake-waconia-vs-lake-minnewashta)*