Parks & Lakes - Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
Minneapolis parks encompass the city’s defining lakes and the river banks, and include features of astonishing beauty, historical significance and ecological wonder, all within a thriving urban setting.
Minneapolis Chain of Lakes Regional Park
Shorelines of Brownie Lake, Cedar Lake, Lake of the Isles, Bde Maka Ska, and Lake Harriet, including the trails connecting them and Lyndale Park. Plan Your Route Bus, bike, drive, or walk
Lake Water Resources - Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
As the City of Lakes, Minneapolis is known for its ample and beautiful lakes. Without a dedicated effort to preserve and protect these urban waters, our lakes would not be the valuable resources that they are today.
History - Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
Minneapolis parks encompass the city’s defining lakes and the riverbanks at the core of the city’s development. Acquired by purchase and donation, the parks include features of astonishing beauty, historical significance and ecological wonder, all within a thriving urban setting.
Lakes - Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
Featured among its 185 park properties are 55 miles of parkways, 102 miles of Grand Rounds biking and walking paths, 22 lakes, 12 formal gardens, seven golf courses and 49 recreation centers. Altogether, MPRB properties receive more than 30 million visits annually.
Lake Harriet Park - Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
Canoe, kayak, bike, boat, and paddle board rentals offered through Wheel Fun Rentals. Free summer concerts and movies at the Band Shell. View Map. Boat Launch Information. A pay parking lot is available.
Lake of the Isles Park - Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
Lake of the Isles has 2.63 miles of pedestrian trails and 2.76 miles of bike trails encircling the lake.
Trails & Parkways - Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
MPRB Home › Parks & Destinations › Trails & Parkways. Get out and enjoy the trails and parkways of the Grand Rounds Scenic Byway that showcase parks and lakes, gardens, historical sites, and diverse neighborhoods. Pocket maps mailed by request.
Cross-Country Skiing - Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
The park’s 14 miles of groomed ski trails include beginner, intermediate, and advanced options; natural and manufactured snow; and trails that are lighted from 6 am to 10 pm. Get current trail conditions and more information on Wirth trails from the Loppet Foundation.
Beach Water Resources - Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
Beach Water Resources. MPRB staff monitor, inspect, and test water at beaches to reduce the chance of illness from bacteria or harmful algae in the water. Scroll down for more information.