Leech Lake?

johnbaker17 · Post by **johnbaker17** » Mon May 16, 2005 10:10 am

Does anyone know about the windsurfing prospects on Leech Lake up by Walker? I'd like to find out about possible launches and overall sailability.
Thanks!
John Baker

JimW · Post by **JimW** » Mon May 16, 2005 8:56 pm

Hi, I've sailed at Leech a few times - there is a launch right in the city of Walker at their public beach, just a block from the DQ. I've also sailed at a phenomenal launch off of Hwy 200 at Whipolt, on the south shore. There is a public boat ramp right off of Hwy 200, you can't miss it. The entire bay is pure sand. It has some huge (and I mean HUGE) wind fetch which results in some awsome waves. Wind direction for both places is likely W - NW to E. Of the two Whipolt is the best, by far, but the launch in Walker works well if you have family with you. I've heard there is a campground somewhere on the north side which you can sail from, but I've never been there.

Hank · Post by **Hank** » Thu May 19, 2005 10:40 pm

I've done Whipolt before and sail Woman lake at a nice private spot.

johnbaker17 · Post by **johnbaker17** » Fri May 20, 2005 8:40 am

It's funny you should mention Woman Lake. That's actually where I might be going, and looking at the map, I couldn't help but notice that huge body of water (Leech) just a short drive away. My friend has a cabin on Woman and that's where we'd stay. Do you think it's worth it to haul everything to Leech or is Woman good enough?
John Baker

Hank · Post by **Hank** » Fri May 20, 2005 11:12 am

Leech is BIG, so not the best place to sail alone. Woman Lake is A++. In the middle of the big part of the lake is Horseshoe Island with a fantastic sand beach on the south side. Out of all the places in Minnesota, da Woman rules. You can get over a mile reach no problem.

The brothers place. Great for S & SE winds.