Lost Lake (South Dakota)
Lake in the state of South Dakota, United States
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Lost Lake is located in Minnehaha County, South Dakota, United States.[1] The lake lies 2 miles (3.2 km) north of Humboldt.
LocationMinnehaha County, South Dakota
Coordinates43°40′53″N 97°03′29″W
BasincountriesUnited States
Surface area163 acres (66 ha)
| Lost Lake | |
|---|---|
| Location | Minnehaha County, South Dakota |
| Coordinates | 43°40′53″N 97°03′29″W |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 163 acres (66 ha) |
| Max. depth | 7 ft (2.1 m) |
| Surface elevation | 1,667 ft (508 m)[1] |
History
Lost Lake was given its name because the surrounding hills hid the lake so well.[2] The hills rendered the lake virtually invisible until the shores were reached.