Leora Lake - Whiteface Reservoir

Saint Louis County, Minnesota

Leora Lake is in Whiteface Reservoir, Minnesota, and is under 45 miles from Duluth.

The Duluth International Airport is around 35 miles away, and there are three hospitals under 45 miles: Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center, Essentia Health-Duluth, and St. Luke's Hospital.

Life on the Water

Leora Lake is 262 acres in size with a maximum depth of 35 feet. The lake contains just under three miles of shoreline, offering plenty of space for lake fun.

This lake is perfect for swimming, boating, fishing, watersports, relaxing on the shore, and enjoying nature. Many homes have docks, but a public access point is on the southern tip of the water.

Anglers can find black crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, walleye, yellow perch, white sucker, blacknose shiner, bluntnose minnow, golden shiner, Iowa darter, Johnny darter, spottail shiner, and tadpole madtom.

Around the Area

Enjoy the great outdoors at nearby Jay Cooke State Park. This state park features a suspension bridge and a historic cemetery offering camping, hiking, and cross-country skiing. It's a beautiful spot for nature photography, providing excellent foliage during the autumn months!

Visit Duluth

Duluth is the perfect spot for a weekend city getaway while still offering beautiful, natural scenery.

For an outdoor adventure off the water, visit any of the city's 23 parks. The Leif Erickson Park is one of the most popular ones and features a rose garden with 1,800 bushes. It is widely considered one of the best rose gardens in the state.

Lake Superior Zoo offers a fun, family-friendly trip to see over 140 species in indoor and outdoor settings. The zoo also has a cafe, a gift shop, interactive visits, and behind-the-scenes tours.

Looking to take a scenic drive? The North Shore Scenic Drive spans around 150 miles, following the shoreline of Lake Superior. It offers great photo opportunities, historic landmarks, and quaint shops along the way.

When visitors head back to the city and are looking for a place to eat, there's something to satisfy every craving. Highly-rated options include Duluth Grill, OMC Smokehouse, Va Bene, New Scenic Cafe, and Vitta Pizza.

A Place to Call Home

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