Best Lakes for Boating Near Rochester
Minnesota
7 boating lakes within driving distance of Rochester, Minnesota, ranked by water quality and boating-specific filters. Filtered for at least 100 acres and public access. The largest lakes with boat-worthy water are listed first.
| # | Lake | County | Grade | Distance | Clarity | Depth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zumbro Lake | Olmsted | D | 12.4 mi | 3.9 ft | 43 ft |
| 2 | Winona Lake | Winona | D | 41.5 mi | 2.6 ft | 38 ft |
| 3 | Fox Lake | Rice | D | 49.4 mi | 3 ft | 47 ft |
| 4 | Pepin Lake | Pepin | F | 33.9 mi | 3 ft | 60 ft |
| 5 | Pepin Lake | Pepin | F | 34.2 mi | 1.6 ft | 60 ft |
| 6 | Byllesby Lake | Dakota | F | 42.6 mi | 3 ft | 50 ft |
| 7 | Roberds Lake | Rice | F | 48.1 mi | 2 ft | 43 ft |