Lake Jane - West Lakeland Twp

Washington County, Minnesota

Lake Jane is in the suburban city of Lake Elmo, Minnesota, under 25 miles from the heart of Minneapolis.

The Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport is under 30 miles away, and there are two hospitals under 10 miles away: M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital and Lakeview Hospital.

On the Water Fun

Lake Jane spans 152 acres with a maximum depth of 39 feet for plenty of lake fun.

Popular activities include boating, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, and taking in the views. Many homes have docks, but a public access point is on the southern side of the water.

Anglers can find black bullhead, bluegill, brown bullhead, green sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, sauger, walleye, yellow bullhead, yellow perch, and more.

Explore 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.

Why Lake Jane?

If you are looking for a suburban neighborhood with plenty of outdoor activities that’s also on the outskirts of a bustling city, then you’ve found the perfect match with Lake Jane!