Lakewalk on Wayzata Bay

Wayzata Lakewalk

Welcome to Lakewalk in Wayzata, a picturesque pathway that seamlessly blends natural beauty with urban charm. Located along the shimmering shores of Lake Minnetonka, this scenic trail offers a delightful escape for both locals and visitors.

The Lakewalk, stretches from the Broadway docks located in front of CōV restaurant and travels 1,200 feet over the water to the Wayzata Depot. Whether you’re an avid walker, a casual stroller, or a nature enthusiast, the Lakewalk provides a perfect setting for leisurely exploration, offering a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of this Minnesota gem.

As you stroll along this beautifully constructed path, you’ll discover stunning lakeside vistas, views of Wayzata Bay, boaters, sailors, and the like, and a host of local shops and eateries that highlight Wayzata’s rich community spirit.

1,200 foot-long lakewalk

The Wayzata Lakewalk will stretch along restored shoreline of Lake Minnetonka from the Depot docks to the Broadway docks.

Part of the Panoway on Wayzata Bay overall project, the Lakewalk should be completed sometime in 2024.

Wayzata Lakewalk - Panoway on Wayzata Bay
Wayzata Lakewalk – Panoway on Wayzata Bay. Image courtesy City of Wayzata.
  • Panoway photos from a quiet evening on Wayzata Bay

    A stroll in downtown Wayzata on Easter Sunday evening revealed a quiet Panoway Plaza. The Lakewalk, Broadway Docks, and Depot Docks are expected to be open for use by Memorial Day, according to City of Wayzata communications. This drone video update also provides a bird’s eye view of the project.

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  • Last Pre-cast Planks to be Installed on Panoway Lakewalk This Weekend

    Excitement in Wayzata is building as the Panoway Lakewalk project continues. Located on the shores of Lake Minnetonka in Wayzata Bay, the Panoway lakewalk is a project aimed at enhancing the waterfront experience by providing public spaces to gather and walk along the shore. This weekend marks a significant milestone as the contractor is scheduled…

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  • Wayzata Year in Review 2023

    As the curtains draw to a close on 2023 and we embark on the journey that is 2024, it’s time to reflect on the events that shaped the Wayzata community, capturing the essence of a year marked by resilience, growth, and change. In this comprehensive year in review, we will delve into the top stories…

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  • Good morning from the Lakewalk in Wayzata

    This photo was taken on December 7th, 2023 from the Panoway on Wayzata Bay. Construction continues on the Lakewalk in downtown Wayzata. Wayzata.com wrote recently about an update the City of Wayzata issued on the construction progress, which indicates that everything should be completed by Memorial Day barring complications. Sounds like it will be a…

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  • Construction along the lakeshore for the Panoway Lakewalk project is advancing despite the dropping temperatures in Wayzata. According to a release from the City of Wayzata, Contractors have successfully completed the most time-consuming aspect of the initiative: the installation of concrete piles into the lakebed, providing essential support and long-term stability to withstand the state’s…

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  • Kraus Anderson, the general contractor overseeing the Lakewalk project in Wayzata that is part of Panoway on Wayzata Bay, has unveiled a captivating drone video showcasing the ongoing construction work from a unique vantage point. In this remarkable visual presentation, the Lakewalk project’s development comes to life through the lens of a cutting-edge drone, providing…

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  • A second major donor to the Panoway Lakewalk has been identified in recently by Wayzata Conservancy director Peter Hitch: Wayzata resdient Jennifer Zhi-Roth. Zhi-Roth desired to honor her late husband Gunther Roth through the major gift towards the Lakewalk as recognition of the time they spent living in Wayzata on Ferndale Road and in Harrington…

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  • Lakewalk Construction Underway!

    The City of Wayzata held a “Sand Breaking” event to commerate the beginning of construction of the Lakewalk (Phase 2A) of the Panoway project on July 11th, 2023. Custom One Homes – New Construction Additional construction timeline updates can be found on by visiting this website.

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