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Lake Minnetonka Water Level

Live gauge height for Lake Minnetonka, measured at USGS station LAKE MINNETONKA ABV GRAYS BAY OTLT IN MINNETONKA (6.7 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
928.48 ft
Updated 37 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.21 ft
30-day avg: 928.69 ft
Streamflow

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-03Range: 928.51928.92 ft2026-09-01

Lake Minnetonka is currently 0.2 ft below its 30-day average — shallow ramps may have less water at the end of the concrete; trim up early and check local reports before launching.

Boat Ramps on Lake Minnetonka (9)

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Lake Minnetonka Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Lake Minnetonka today?

The USGS gauge for Lake Minnetonka (LAKE MINNETONKA ABV GRAYS BAY OTLT IN MINNETONKA) currently reads a gauge height of 928.48 feet, 0.2 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Lake Minnetonka high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Lake Minnetonka is 0.2 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Lake Minnetonka?

BoatLaunchMap lists 9 boat ramps on Lake Minnetonka, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 05289000. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.