Lake Saint Joe - Jackson Twp

Carver County, Minnesota

Lake Saint Joe is in Chanhassen, Minnesota, under 25 miles from Minneapolis.

The Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport is 21 miles away, and the Two Twelve Medical Center is five miles away.

On the Water Fun

Lake Saint Joe spans 19 acres with a maximum depth of 52 feet, offering plenty of space for lake fun.

Popular activities include kayaking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, and taking in the views. A public access point is on the northeastern side of the water.

Anglers can find black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, brown bullhead, green sunfish, hybrid sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, yellow bullhead, yellow perch, bowfin, and white sucker.

Next to the lake is Lake Minnewashta, a 700-acre lake with more recreational opportunities. There are over 20 species of fish to catch and two boat ramps to use.

Around the Area

Head to nearby Lake Minnewashta Regional Park if you want to enjoy a sunny day by going to their off-leash dog park, trails, or a fishing pier.

Curious to learn more about local plants and trees? The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum has you covered with more than 1,200 acres of gardens, rare plant collections, and accessible trails.

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.

Why Lake Saint Joe?

If you’re looking for a location with great outdoor opportunities that simultaneously has a suburban feel and amenities, then you’ve found the perfect match with Lake Saint Joe!