Libbs Lake - Wayzata

Hennepin County, Minnesota

Libbs Lake is in Wayzata and Minnetonka, Minnesota, under 20 miles from the heart of Minneapolis.

The Methodist Hospital is eight miles away, and the Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport is 20 miles away.

Life on the Water

Libbs Lake is 22 acres in size with a maximum depth of eight feet. The lake contains just over one mile of shoreline, with plenty of room for recreation and relaxation.

Not only is this lake great for boating, fishing, swimming, and watersports, but it features a sandy beach that is perfect for relaxing in the sunshine.

Anglers can find black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, hybrid sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, walleye, white crappie, yellow bullhead, yellow perch, bowfin, common carp, and golden shiner.

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 a waterfront property, Libbs Lake is an excellent choice.