We will be open on July 4th from 7 am until the end of the fireworks show. Those of you who would like to watch the show from the marina, you are welcome to join us by our shoreline access or deck (not on the docks). Please park on the street and walk down. Our parking lot will be only available to slip and buoy members. We hope you enjoy the show and have a safe and happy holiday!
Thursday, July 3, 2025
In Towne Marina Lake Waconia Update - Lake Waconia Fireworks at 10 pm on Friday 7/4!
Looks like it will be a nice evening for a fireworks show tomorrow (Friday, 7/4)! The Lake Waconia Fireworks Festival hosted by the Waconia Chamber of Commerce will be shooting off fireworks from Lake Waconia Regional Park around 10 pm on July 4th. The pyrotechnics team of volunteers always put on a great show, and we are thankful to help sponsor this event for another year!
We will be open on July 4th from 7 am until the end of the fireworks show. Those of you who would like to watch the show from the marina, you are welcome to join us by our shoreline access or deck (not on the docks). Please park on the street and walk down. Our parking lot will be only available to slip and buoy members. We hope you enjoy the show and have a safe and happy holiday!
We will be open on July 4th from 7 am until the end of the fireworks show. Those of you who would like to watch the show from the marina, you are welcome to join us by our shoreline access or deck (not on the docks). Please park on the street and walk down. Our parking lot will be only available to slip and buoy members. We hope you enjoy the show and have a safe and happy holiday!
Sunday, June 29, 2025
In Towne Marina Lake Waconia - 6/29/25 - Severe Storm Update - All is fine at the marina!
Feeling very thankful. Everything is fine at the marina after last night’s extreme weather that surrounded us. It was a scary night with up to 5 tornados reported in Carver County. We know some of our neighbors to the north and south of town were affected and hope everyone in those areas are safe.
Friday, June 20, 2025
In Towne Marina Lake Waconia Fishing Report - 6/20/25
Regular (Medium) Leeches are now on sale! Buy 1 package (14-15 count per package) for the normal $3.99 price or SAVE and buy 2 packages for $5.00! These are great for multi-species fishing!
The month of June has been kind for fishermen and fisherwomen! With water temps in the low to mid 60’s most of the month, and overcast “fishing” weather, Lake Waconia has been producing some nice sunfish, crappies, bass and northern pike, with occasional good walleye action early morning or late evening. Sunfish are still spawning shallow and on inside weed lines. A mixed bag of everything has bit on the north side of Coney Island. It’s been one of the best spots for nice crappies. Keepers were around 10+ inches, with some of the bigger ones being in the 12-to-15-inch range. Last week we had a grandfather rent a pontoon from us and take his grandchildren out for panfish. While he was helping them bait the hooks and take fish off, he watched his big bobber with a sucker minnow go down twice! He caught a 40 and 33 inch northern with a plain hook and sucker minnow. We have had numerous other northern pike reports with all sizes of fish caught across the lake. Those going for sunfish notice they aren’t fussy. Wax worms, crawlers and leeches all are getting them to bite. Bass haven’t been too picky either when it comes to live bait. It has been good out from Peterson’s Creek (aka the Carp Trap) on the NW side or on reefs like North Reef, Pillsbury Reef and Cemetery Reef in the weeds or just off the weed line.
With things heating up this weekend, we still have a few openings for pontoon rentals! Cool off on the lake and reserve a pontoon with us by calling (952) 442-2096. They are equipped with swim ladders. With air temps predicted in the low 90’s, we expect water temps to warm into the mid-to-upper 70’s, so it will be great swimming weather!
As we mentioned on yesterday’s post, the Lake Waconia Band Festival is happening at 6 pm tomorrow (6/21). After 3 pm things will get trickier to get to us as parking restrictions begin at 3 and downtown streets get closed by 5 pm. Access to the lake and Lake Street will be limited only to Birch Street (by the cemetery). So, coming from Highway 5, turn right onto Birch Street, come down the steep hill and follow Lake Street past Lola’s to get to us.
We’ll see you on the lake!
The month of June has been kind for fishermen and fisherwomen! With water temps in the low to mid 60’s most of the month, and overcast “fishing” weather, Lake Waconia has been producing some nice sunfish, crappies, bass and northern pike, with occasional good walleye action early morning or late evening. Sunfish are still spawning shallow and on inside weed lines. A mixed bag of everything has bit on the north side of Coney Island. It’s been one of the best spots for nice crappies. Keepers were around 10+ inches, with some of the bigger ones being in the 12-to-15-inch range. Last week we had a grandfather rent a pontoon from us and take his grandchildren out for panfish. While he was helping them bait the hooks and take fish off, he watched his big bobber with a sucker minnow go down twice! He caught a 40 and 33 inch northern with a plain hook and sucker minnow. We have had numerous other northern pike reports with all sizes of fish caught across the lake. Those going for sunfish notice they aren’t fussy. Wax worms, crawlers and leeches all are getting them to bite. Bass haven’t been too picky either when it comes to live bait. It has been good out from Peterson’s Creek (aka the Carp Trap) on the NW side or on reefs like North Reef, Pillsbury Reef and Cemetery Reef in the weeds or just off the weed line.
With things heating up this weekend, we still have a few openings for pontoon rentals! Cool off on the lake and reserve a pontoon with us by calling (952) 442-2096. They are equipped with swim ladders. With air temps predicted in the low 90’s, we expect water temps to warm into the mid-to-upper 70’s, so it will be great swimming weather!
As we mentioned on yesterday’s post, the Lake Waconia Band Festival is happening at 6 pm tomorrow (6/21). After 3 pm things will get trickier to get to us as parking restrictions begin at 3 and downtown streets get closed by 5 pm. Access to the lake and Lake Street will be limited only to Birch Street (by the cemetery). So, coming from Highway 5, turn right onto Birch Street, come down the steep hill and follow Lake Street past Lola’s to get to us.
We’ll see you on the lake!
Thursday, June 19, 2025
In Towne Marina Lake Waconia Update - Road Construction and Street Closings limit access to the lake this Saturday, 6/21/25 from 5 pm to 9 pm
This Saturday, 6/21/25, The Lake Waconia Band Festival will be happening at 6 pm. However, street access to the lake will be limited starting at 5 pm. To get to us and Lola's from 5 pm on, you will have to take Main Street from Highway 5 and then turn right onto Birch Street (by the Cemetery), come down the steep hill and follow Lake Street past Lola's to get to us. This is the ONLY way to get to us with all of the construction going on in town, as well as on Waconia Parkway at County Road 10. We thank you for your patience! Below is a map of the route described above (in gold)...
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
In Towne Marina Lake Waconia Fishing Report - 5/21/22 - New Hours begin Thursday 5/22/25
The rain is almost done! With sunshine and warmer temps coming, we are starting our summer hours tomorrow (Thursday, 5/22/25). Hours will be Sunday through Friday, 8 am to 8:30 pm and Saturday from 7 am to 8:30 pm. Gas Dock Service ends each night at 8 pm. Store and Gas hours are weather dependent.
We still have some availability if you're looking to rent a pontoon this Memorial Weekend and beyond! For prices, policies and videos of all the pontoons and times we rent, CLICK HERE for our Pontoon Rental page on our website. Call (952) 442-2096 to reserve.
Those of you looking to have a less stressful time launching your boat on Lake Waconia, we still have Everyday Summer Season Passes available for $349 + tax. Our long docks and deep access make it easier to get your boat in and out of the water safely and more efficiently. We have experienced staff ready to assist you if needed. We limit the amount of passes we sell, so get yours while you can!
We still have some availability if you're looking to rent a pontoon this Memorial Weekend and beyond! For prices, policies and videos of all the pontoons and times we rent, CLICK HERE for our Pontoon Rental page on our website. Call (952) 442-2096 to reserve.
Those of you looking to have a less stressful time launching your boat on Lake Waconia, we still have Everyday Summer Season Passes available for $349 + tax. Our long docks and deep access make it easier to get your boat in and out of the water safely and more efficiently. We have experienced staff ready to assist you if needed. We limit the amount of passes we sell, so get yours while you can!
As for the fishing, there have been very few boaters or fishermen out lately with the rain and high winds. Water temps have dropped significantly since last week when we measured 67 degrees at it's warmest (1 foot below the surface). The current water temp has been between 54 to 56 degrees. With all the water entering the lake, it's a good time to try any areas near culverts, but especially near Peterson's Creek (aka "The Carp Trap) on the NW side of the lake. Water will be flowing in and fish will likely be ready to pounce. With the fluctuation of the water temps, we expect the walleye bite to stay in the spring pattern for a bit longer, so shallow water (8 feet or less) should still work. Sunfish, crappies and bass can be found shallow too, but also on the weed lines a little deeper. The sunfish spawn will be delayed while we wait for temps to warm back up.
We'll see you on the lake!
Sunday, May 11, 2025
In Towne Marina Lake Waconia Fishing Report - 5/11/25
Happy Mother’s Day! Hopefully everyone is enjoying this unusually warm early May. Water temperatures are higher than usual for this time of year. Yesterday afternoon, the water was 64 degrees (measured 1 foot below the surface by naturalist Jim Gilbert).
This year’s Fishing Opener was a little different than most with the elevated water temps and sunshine. We heard plenty of successful largemouth bass catches, with some occasional northern pike biting too. Walleyes weren’t as easy to convince to bite, and we think the exceptionally nice weather is to blame. If you’re trying for walleye, don’t give up on the early season spots just yet. Places like the Clay Banks, Harm’s Point, the Rock Dock or shallow sandy emerging weed line areas (the north side of the lake is a good example) are all worth trying yet. Jigs or slip bobber fishing with a fathead or leech are both good options. Shallow-running crankbaits are good too if you’re not using live bait. You don’t have to go deep find the fish yet. Many of those same areas will pump out crappies, sunfish, bass and northern pike too.
We have begun taking future pontoon reservations. While we haven’t started renting yet, we will have all our pontoons ready to go for Memorial Day Weekend (and likely sooner if the future weather allows). Call (952) 442-2096 to set up your day on the lake!
Those of you looking to have a less stressful time launching your boat on Lake Waconia, we are now selling Everyday Summer Season Passes for $349 + tax. Our long docks and deep access make it easier to get your boat in and out of the water safely and more efficiently. We have experienced staff ready to assist you if needed.
Our store hours for the short term will remain 11 am to 7:30 pm, Monday through Friday, and 8 am to 7:30 pm on Saturday and Sunday. Hours are weather dependent. Our gas service will end at 7 pm each night for now.
We’ll see you at the lake!
This year’s Fishing Opener was a little different than most with the elevated water temps and sunshine. We heard plenty of successful largemouth bass catches, with some occasional northern pike biting too. Walleyes weren’t as easy to convince to bite, and we think the exceptionally nice weather is to blame. If you’re trying for walleye, don’t give up on the early season spots just yet. Places like the Clay Banks, Harm’s Point, the Rock Dock or shallow sandy emerging weed line areas (the north side of the lake is a good example) are all worth trying yet. Jigs or slip bobber fishing with a fathead or leech are both good options. Shallow-running crankbaits are good too if you’re not using live bait. You don’t have to go deep find the fish yet. Many of those same areas will pump out crappies, sunfish, bass and northern pike too.
We have begun taking future pontoon reservations. While we haven’t started renting yet, we will have all our pontoons ready to go for Memorial Day Weekend (and likely sooner if the future weather allows). Call (952) 442-2096 to set up your day on the lake!
Those of you looking to have a less stressful time launching your boat on Lake Waconia, we are now selling Everyday Summer Season Passes for $349 + tax. Our long docks and deep access make it easier to get your boat in and out of the water safely and more efficiently. We have experienced staff ready to assist you if needed.
Our store hours for the short term will remain 11 am to 7:30 pm, Monday through Friday, and 8 am to 7:30 pm on Saturday and Sunday. Hours are weather dependent. Our gas service will end at 7 pm each night for now.
We’ll see you at the lake!
Friday, May 2, 2025
In Towne Marina Lake Waconia Update - 2025 Gamefish Opener Bait Shop Hours & Everyday Summer Season Pass Special…
We will be Opening for the Season on Thursday, 5/8/25 with temporary shortened hours…
Thursday, 5/8 - 11 am to 7:30 pm
Friday, 5/9 - 11 am to 1 am to ring in another Fishing Opener!
Saturday, 5/10 - 6 am until 7:30 pm
Sunday, 5/11 - 8 am to 7:30 pm
We will announce future store hours beyond that at a later time.
If you’re a weekend boater, launching your boat is much less stressful at our private lake access with long docks. Get in and out of the lake faster and easier with an Everyday Summer Season Pass! 2025 passes go on sale starting 5/8/25 to 5/11/25 for the limited-time discounted rate of $329 + tax ($20 off our normal rate). After 5/11/25, the rate returns to $349 + tax. Quantities are limited. If you’re a weekday boater we offer daily launching for $7.45 + tax (for use Monday through Thursday Non-Holidays), or a Monday - Thursday Summer Season Pass for $95 + tax. Go to InTowneMarina.com to find out more information.
Keep in mind, we are no longer selling Fishing or Hunting Licenses. To buy your Minnesota licenses online, follow this link…
https://jc.activeoutdoorsolutions.com/mn_customer/app/customerSearch.do?method=init
Pontoon rentals will begin later in May. Reservations can be made once we are open on Thursday, 5/8.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Thursday, 5/8 - 11 am to 7:30 pm
Friday, 5/9 - 11 am to 1 am to ring in another Fishing Opener!
Saturday, 5/10 - 6 am until 7:30 pm
Sunday, 5/11 - 8 am to 7:30 pm
We will announce future store hours beyond that at a later time.
If you’re a weekend boater, launching your boat is much less stressful at our private lake access with long docks. Get in and out of the lake faster and easier with an Everyday Summer Season Pass! 2025 passes go on sale starting 5/8/25 to 5/11/25 for the limited-time discounted rate of $329 + tax ($20 off our normal rate). After 5/11/25, the rate returns to $349 + tax. Quantities are limited. If you’re a weekday boater we offer daily launching for $7.45 + tax (for use Monday through Thursday Non-Holidays), or a Monday - Thursday Summer Season Pass for $95 + tax. Go to InTowneMarina.com to find out more information.
Keep in mind, we are no longer selling Fishing or Hunting Licenses. To buy your Minnesota licenses online, follow this link…
https://jc.activeoutdoorsolutions.com/mn_customer/app/customerSearch.do?method=init
Pontoon rentals will begin later in May. Reservations can be made once we are open on Thursday, 5/8.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
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