Because Lake Minnetonka is one of the most heavily used lakes in the state, the lakeshore community has become concerned about the changing nature of boat density, along with an increase in noise, parking, waste, sanitary management and unruly—even illegal behavior—by boaters.

It is also important to note the changing nature of lake use. There are fewer fishing boats and more power boats, and the size and length of boats is increasing.

Pressure is growing to develop marginal lands and tributary areas around Lake Minnetonka, which would essentially expand the shoreline and create new motorized access points to the lake.