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Wakesurf Spot · Minnesota

Lower Orono Lake

A 301-acre reservoir, reaching 18 ft deep in Sherburne County, Minnesota — large enough for wake boating where local rules allow.

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Lower Orono Lake sits in Sherburne County, Minnesota that covers about 301 acres and reaches roughly 18 ft at its deepest. It is on the smaller side, so usable wake-boat water depends heavily on local rules and traffic.

Public access is listed for the lake.

Lower Orono Lake appears here on the strength of its size and public access, not any reputation for surfing. Wake-boat regulation varies by state and by individual lake, so verify the Minnesota rules and the local ordinance first.

Source: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder. Specifications reflect published figures and can change by model year — verify before purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

Lower Orono Lake is a warm-weather wakesurf spot — plan around local water and air temperatures, and ride early for the calmest water.

Lower Orono Lake covers roughly 301 acres and reaches about 18 ft at its deepest, giving it room for a wake-boat setup when conditions cooperate. It has at least one public access point. Minnesota sets statewide wakesurf rules, and individual lakes often add no-wake zones, hours, or horsepower limits — check the Minnesota rules page and the local ordinance before launching. Minnesota: Local/lake-specific rules only. Always confirm the current local rules before launching.