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Chain of Lakes

W Calhoun Pkwy
Minneapolis, MN 55409
Phone: (612) 230-6400
Fax: (612) 230-6500
Chain of Lakes
Hours:
Daily 1am-3pm

Editorial Review for Chain of Lakes – by Chris Boone

In Short
Forming a backward letter J, the six lakes connected by Minnehaha Creek sweep through the heart of Minneapolis' residential neighborhoods course a path of blue and green through a density of brick and asphalt. All the lakeshore is public property, giving rise to a variety of public recreation spaces, including beaches and trails. There's plenty of room for leisurely touring. Bicyclists, inline skaters, roller skaters, skateboarders, runners and dog-walkers share the paths.

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The Extras

Rent a canoe at Lake Calhoun and paddle under the north end bridge to Lake of the Isles, Cedar Lake and Brownie.

Know Before You Go

If you take a swim, soap up and shower soon after; "swimmer's itch" has become a perennial water-quality problem.

User Reviews for Chain of Lakes

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/21/2005 Posted by msp2anc

skip the mall it's a big shopping center, go to the lakes and pack a lunch sit under some of the oldest trees in the city and people watch all in the shadows of downtown, visit the rose garden and take in a evening of music at the band shell, and all of this will cost you nothing! I miss it most of all.

Pros: value

Cons: bathrooms

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/30/2004 Posted by lotrfanatic418

The Chain of Lakes is so beautiful. It is a great chance to get away from the stress of life and just relax with family or friends. Enjoy!

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Editor's Review

Minneapolis' best-known lakes boast the Twin Cities' best human scenery.  See the full editorial review.

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The Extras

Rent a canoe at Lake Calhoun and paddle under the north end bridge to Lake of the Isles, Cedar Lake and Brownie.

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