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Theodore Wirth Parkway – Luce Line Trail Wooden Bridge loop from Cleveland

Theodore Wirth Parkway – Luce Line Trail Wooden Bridge loop from Cleveland

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4.6

(8883)

16,325

riders

Theodore Wirth Parkway – Luce Line Trail Wooden Bridge loop from Cleveland

01:01

24.6km

130m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 1, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.10 km

Theodore Wirth Parkway

Highlight • Cycleway

Theodore Wirth Parkway is one of seven segments of the Grand Rounds Scenic Byway. Although you do share the Parkway with cars, its generally pretty quiet and the road is well-paved, making this a pleasant section of riding.

Tip by

3.70 km

The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Part of Theodore Wirth Park, The Trailhead is a hub for outdoor recreation in the community. Here, you'll find ski passes and all the essentials for your adventures in the park. There are lockers, a drinking fountain, restrooms, concessions, and equipment rentals.

Tip by

4.66 km

Luce Line Trail Wooden Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

The Luce Line Trail stretches 76.7 miles across Carver, Hennepin, McLeod, and Meeker counties, connecting rural Minnesota with urban Minneapolis. This rail trail has different surfaces along the way, including asphalt, crushed stone, and grass, and is open to biking, walking, running, horseback riding, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing. The trail passes through wetlands, wooded areas, lakes, and prairie remnants, with highlights like Otter Lake and Medicine Lake. The trail connects with other regional paths and provides scenic views, including the Minneapolis skyline. The Luce Line follows a former rail corridor with a rich history dating back to the early 1900s.

Tip by

9.65 km

Luce Line Regional Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Luce Line Regional Trail seamlessly connects the city to the Minnesota prairie for hikers and cyclists. Visitors cross wooded bridges with views of Bassett Creek marshlands and Medicine Lake, then pass through Plymouth and Golden Valley into Theodore Wirth Park. Enjoy great views of the Minneapolis skyline and access major trails like the Cedar Lake Trail and Midtown Greenway. West of Vicksburg Lane, the Luce Line State Trail extends more than 60 miles, transitioning from crushed limestone to pavement and natural paths. The Luce Line Regional Trail is open daily from 5:00 am to 10:00 pm.

Tip by

12.0 km

Medicine Lake Regional Trail Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

This trailhead sits at the junction of Medicine Lake Trail and the Luce Line Regional Trail along the banks of Medicine Lake. The trailhead offers parking, beachside amenities, restrooms, and drinking fountains.

Tip by

12.4 km

East Medicine Lake Park

Highlight • Lake

THis 12-acre park along the shore of Medicine Lake is a good spot to have a water or snack break during your ride. There's a playground for the kids too, if you are out on a family ride.

Tip by

20.1 km

Luce Line Regional Trail — Theodore Wirth Park section

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail spans over 63 miles, connecting the urban and rural areas of the town. This section, running through Theodore Wirth Park, maintains a relatively flat terrain, offering beautiful greenery, especially during the fall when the leaves change color.

Tip by

24.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.9 km

3.50 km

143 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

22.9 km

1.59 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Theodore Wirth Parkway – Luce Line Trail Wooden Bridge loop from Cleveland

Theodore Wirth Parkway

The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth Park

Luce Line Trail Wooden Bridge

Luce Line Regional Trail

Medicine Lake Regional Trail Trailhead

East Medicine Lake Park

Luce Line Regional Trail — Theodore Wirth Park section

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