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Hennepin County

Carver Park Reserve Trail – Carver Park Reserve loop from Excelsior

Hennepin County

Carver Park Reserve Trail – Carver Park Reserve loop from Excelsior

Moderate

4.6

(8476)

10,157

riders

Carver Park Reserve Trail – Carver Park Reserve loop from Excelsior

01:48

35.0km

160m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. 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 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 22.4 km for 198 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

239 m

Excelsior Brewing

Highlight • Pub

Great place to stop for a quick beer, it was there several year birthday today!

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7.72 km

Tamarack Lake

Lake

3

8.95 km

Carver Park Reserve Trail

Highlight • Trail

Carver is a great park, and it connects to the Lake Minnetonka LRT Regional Trail, the gravel one seen in some of these pictures. The main trails for biking in Carver are all paved or single track for mountain biking. They also groom for fat biking in the winter along with having great cross country skiing.

Tip by

4

12.0 km

Carver Park Reserve

Highlight • Trail

5

12.8 km

Drinking Water Fountain

Highlight • Rest Area

This hand-operated pump provides clean, refreshing water to drink.

Tip by

6

21.3 km

Winding Pathway in Carver Park Reserve

Highlight • Trail

I got to get back here and explore more.

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7

22.5 km

Observation Platform

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great place for looking for waterfowl out on the lake.

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8

23.1 km

Sunny Lake

Highlight • Lake

Sunny Lake, nestled within Carver Park Reserve, offers a picturesque biking experience. Conveniently positioned along the Baker Carver Regional Trail, you can enjoy a pleasant loop around the lake's tranquil shores. Adjacent to the trail, an observation deck provides stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Keep an eye out for the occasional turtle sighting, adding a touch of wildlife charm to your cycling adventure.

Tip by

9

27.9 km

Tamarack Lake

Highlight • Lake

Caught glimpses of it today like you say Matthew. Guessing it pops out more in the fall/winter.

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B

35.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.6 km

15.5 km

440 m

346 m

125 m

Surfaces

14.1 km

11.4 km

7.79 km

1.61 km

104 m

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