Overview
Lake Winnibigoshish is a reservoir in MN. Primary inflow is Mississippi River. It is managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers / Minnesota DNR.
The basin is characterized by about 56,500 acres of surface area. Shoreline and bottom character vary from protected coves and flats to deeper water, supporting a mix of open-water and nearshore habitats.
Lake Winnibigoshish supports recreational boating and fishing. Public access is through area ramps, parks, and shoreline facilities where provided by the operator. Fishing and boating regulations are set by the relevant state wildlife agency.
Pool elevations are managed against conservation or full-pool elevation near 1303 feet NGVD29. Monitoring current levels matters for ramp usability, shoreline access, and understanding storage relative to the published operating range.
Current Conditions
Lake Winnibigoshish is currently 4.91 feet below full pool and has risen slightly over the past week.
- 7-day trendRisingLatest movement can differ from the seven-day trend.
- 7-day changeDown 0.05 ft
- 30-day changeDown 0.05 ft
- Drought conditionsSevere Drought
About This Lake
Learn how this lake is managed, what affects its water level, and where Lake Insights gets its data.
Lake Winnibigoshish is a 56,500-acre reservoir on the Mississippi River managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers / Minnesota DNR.
