Boat Launch and Sailing Center could be relocated to open area at northwest side of the lake
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) and Minneapolis Sailing Center (MSC) are collaborating on a project to envision the future of the Bde Maka Ska Boat Launch and Sailing Center!
This includes relocating the lake’s boat launch and Minneapolis Sailing Center from the current location next to the Bde Maka Ska Pavilion at the northeast shore of Bde Maka Ska to an open area at the northwest shore of the lake.
Get Involved
Concept Images
On Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, an initial predesign concept was released for public feedback. Visit the project page to view 10 illustrations that show what the new boat launch and sailing center area could look like at the northwest side of Bde Maka Ska.
September 23 Open House
MPRB and MSC staff are hosting an open house on Monday, Sept. 23, 4-6 pm at the project site (NW Bde Maka Ska). Drop in any time to chat with staff about the project!
Online Survey
Let us know what you think of the project and initial predesign by filling out the Bde Maka Ska Boat Launch and Sailing Center Relocation Predesign Survey.
Share the survey with anyone who may be interested using this short link: surveymonkey.com/r/bmsboatlaunch. The survey will be open through Oct. 11.
Project History
The Bde Maka Ska-Lake Harriet Plan was completed in 2017. Relocating the boat launch and Sailing Center to the lake’s northwest shore is included in the plan’s recommendations to reduce congestion at the bustling northeast corner of the lake. In 2023, MPRB Commissioners approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Minneapolis Sailing Center directing this work.
Right now this project is in a “predesign” phase focused on broad concepts for relocating the boat launch and building a new site for the Sailing Center. Currently no funds have been allocated for more detailed design phases or construction.