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Lake Nokomis Pathway – Lake Nokomis loop from Southwest

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Lake Nokomis Pathway – Lake Nokomis loop from Southwest

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3.4

(23)

runners

Lake Nokomis Pathway – Lake Nokomis loop from Southwest

02:12

21.1km

70m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Waypoints

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1.90 km

Lake Harriet South Beach

Highlight • Beach

Lake Harriet South Beach offers views of the Minneapolis skyline from afar. The paved path around the lake is often very busy in the warmer months, with both runners and bikers.

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7.81 km

The Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway is an urban parkway system in Minneapolis. Spanning over 100 miles, it connects a variety of natural and constructed features, including lakes, creeks, woodlands, …

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8.40 km

Minnehaha Creek Bridge

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8.76 km

Lake Nokomis Main Beach

Beach

10.9 km

Lake Nokomis

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One of the three sailing lakes in the area, this lake provides a variety of water activities such as fishing, kayaking, and even ice skating. The lake was named after …

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12.1 km

Lake Nokomis 50th Street Beach

Beach

12.8 km

Lake Nokomis

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The Lake Nokomis Trail in Minnesota is a 7.3-mile paved path that stretches from Minneapolis to Burnsville, connecting three communities: Minneapolis, Richfield, and Bloomington. This 10-foot-wide trail is popular for …

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14.4 km

Minnehaha Creek Trail

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The Minnehaha Creek Trail is a paved path that follows the creek through parks and neighborhoods, connecting spots like Lake Nokomis and Minnehaha Park. It’s a good place to ride, …

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17.2 km

Minnehaha Creek Park

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With waterfalls, bluffs, bridges, and miles of paved paths, Minnehaha Creek Park is a great spot for running in the city. The main paved trail (the Minnehaha Creek Trail) runs …

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17.5 km

Minnehaha Creek Trail

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The Minnehaha Creek Trail runs alongside the creek of the same name, lacing together a series of lakes and parks into one continuous run. You'll also have a chance to …

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21.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.6 km

1.58 km

1.36 km

1.01 km

388 m

172 m

Surfaces

12.5 km

6.06 km

1.52 km

977 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 22 August

26°C

17°C

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Lake Nokomis Pathway – Lake Nokomis loop from Southwest

Lake Harriet South Beach