Cottontail on the Trail – Lake Nokomis Pathway loop from Southwest

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Cottontail on the Trail – Lake Nokomis Pathway loop from Southwest

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Cottontail on the Trail – Lake Nokomis Pathway loop from Southwest

00:56

16.1km

50m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 14.3 km for 121 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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892 m

Minnehaha Creek Park

Highlight • Trail

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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2.68 km

Cottontail on the Trail

Highlight • Monument

Designed by sculptor Jeff Barber, this bronze statue was placed along Minnehaha Parkway in 2002. Since then it has been embraced by local residents and is often decorated for holidays and events.

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3.34 km

Minnehaha Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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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4.52 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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6.43 km

Minnehaha Creek

Highlight • River

Minnehaha Creek is 22 miles long and is a tributary to the Mississippi River. This creek flows over Minnehaha Falls in Minnehaha Park.

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8.14 km

Minnehaha Creek (bridge)

Highlight • Bridge

This 22-mile-long creek is very popular among kayakers and canoeists as it provides a nice current to get going. This point offers stunning panoramic views from the bank, providing benches to sit and enjoy the scenery.

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