Colby Lake - Woodbury

Washington County, Minnesota

Colby Lake is in Woodbury, Minnesota, under 30 miles from Minneapolis.

The Minneapolis-St Paul International Airport is around 20 miles away, and M Health Fairview Clinic - Woodwinds is under five miles away.

Residents can shop at Woodbury Lakes Mall or Tamarack Village. Grab a bite to eat at The Tavern Grill or Woodbury Cafe.

Life on the Water

Colby Lake spans 70 acres and is a beautiful lake nestled among the community.

Anglers tossing out a line can find black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, channel catfish, green sunfish, hybrid sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, yellow perch, white sucker, and golden shiner.

Even though the lake is primarily for fishing, but residents can have plenty of other adventures here.

There is a two-mile paved trail that navigates around the lake, a popular recreation destination that gives you an opportunity for some fresh air, scenery, and exercise along the lake.

Edgewater Park is along the southern portion of the lake, featuring a fishing pier, an open-air shelter with restrooms, picnic tables, two tennis courts, a basketball court, an accessible play structure, a canoe launch, and parking.

Visit Minneapolis

There are numerous attractions in Minneapolis, starting with the Minneapolis Institute of Art. Travel through 4,000 years of world history as you view more than 80,000 works of sculpture, photography, paintings, drawings, and prints.

The Mall of America offers great shopping and hosts over 40 million people annually. Nickelodeon Universe is an incredibly family-friendly amusement park in the mall and is split into two indoor amusement parks.

Another local favorite is the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. One of the crown jewels of the city’s park system, the garden is a top destination for tourists to enjoy art like the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry.

Finally, for outdoor recreation and scenic nature, check out Minnehaha Park. This is the oldest park in Minneapolis and boasts 193 acres, numerous scenic trails, limestone bluffs, a 53-foot waterfall, picnic pavilions, bike rentals, and an off-leash dog park.

A Place to Call Home

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or waterfront property, Colby Lake is an excellent choice.