Douglas County · 213 acres
Lake Winona homes for sale
Buyers looking at Lake Winona are looking at about 213 acres of water in Douglas County, 9 feet deep at the deepest point. The fishing is mostly walleye, largemouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill, and the nearest towns are Alexandria, Garfield, and Nelson.
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The lake
About Lake Winona
Lake Winona is a shallow 213-acre lake inside Alexandria, with a maximum depth of 9 feet and a city-owned gravel access. It suits shoreline living more than deep-water boating.
Lake Winona is the 20th-largest of the 24 Douglas County lakes on this site, and Lake Osakis is the largest. Nearly all of it is under 15 feet deep, the zone the DNR calls littoral, where most aquatic plants grow.
From the middle of Lake Winona, as the crow flies, it is about 1 mile to Alexandria, 6 miles to Garfield, and 6 miles to Nelson. Janet's office is in Alexandria.
Lake Winona facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Surface area | 213 acres |
| Maximum depth | 9 feet |
| Littoral (under 15 ft) | 100% |
| Shoreline | 5.3 miles |
| Public access | Yes, 1 DNR-listed access |
| Fish species (DNR survey) | walleye, largemouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill |
| County | Douglas County |
| Nearest town | Alexandria |
| Drive from Alexandria | about 1 mi to Alexandria, 5 minutes |
| DNR lake ID | 21-0081-00 |
Figures from the Minnesota DNR LakeFinder, pulled 2026-09-22.
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What to know
Janet on the lakes
Shoreland rules on Lake Winona follow the lake's DNR classification and the Douglas County ordinance, which set setbacks and lot widths. Check those before planning an addition or a rebuild near the water.
The buying a lake home guide covers docks, septic, shoreland rules and financing in more detail.
We were in the market for a cabin and met Janet, with our first visit to a cabin we were interested in. Janet worked tirelessly to help us find a place that met our requirements. She was extremely knowledgeable of lakes, homes and their backgrounds. I would recommend Janet for any real estate needs.
Track record
Janet's sales near Lake Winona
Of the homes Home Match Realty listed and sold, the closest to Lake Winona is in Alexandria, about 2 miles from the lake as the crow flies. One more is in Alexandria (3 miles), and the next closest is in Carlos (8 miles). In Alexandria, whose center is about 1 mile from the lake, Janet represented the buyer in 5 closings (counted, not shown, under NorthstarMLS rules).
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Talk to Janet
What would make Lake Winona right for you?
Tell Janet what you want on Lake Winona: year-round or seasonal, how much frontage, and your budget. She will watch NorthstarMLS for you and call when a fit comes up.
If you are selling lakeshore, start with the selling a lake home guide or the home value form.
FAQ
Questions about Lake Winona
Is there public access on Lake Winona?
The Minnesota DNR lists public access at one point on Lake Winona.
What fish are in Lake Winona?
The DNR's surveys of Lake Winona list walleye, largemouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill. Its DNR lake ID is 21-0081-00, and its LakeFinder page has the survey reports.
How deep is Lake Winona?
Lake Winona reaches 9 feet at its deepest and covers about 213 acres, with 5.3 miles of shoreline. That makes it the shallowest of the 24 Douglas County lakes on this site.
How fast do Lake Winona properties sell?
Lakeshore is limited, so good properties can move quickly in spring and summer. Rather than quote an average, Janet will pull the current sold and active data for Lake Winona when you ask.
Ready when you are
Talk to Janet about Lake Winona
Shoreline moves fast in spring. A short call now puts you first in line.