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Elm Creek Park Reserve – Coon Rapids Dam loop from Coon Rapids-Riverdale

Elm Creek Park Reserve – Coon Rapids Dam loop from Coon Rapids-Riverdale

Moderate

4.8

(9984)

9,985

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Elm Creek Park Reserve – Coon Rapids Dam loop from Coon Rapids-Riverdale

02:34

62.1km

210m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 23, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

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Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.29 km

Coon Rapids Dam

Highlight • Monument

The Coon Rapids Dam was built in 1913 by Northern States Power for hydropower generation. In 1966 Northern States Power donated the dam and surrounding property to Hennepin County Park …

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20.4 km

Elm Creek Park Reserve is the largest park in Three Rivers, covering 4,900 acres. It offers many amenities, such as hiking and biking trails, a swimming pond, and a nature center. It's also an excellent spot for birding.

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22.1 km

Bridge on the Medicine Lake Regional Trail

Highlight • Bridge

The bike path features this lovely bridge over Elm Creek. As you ride along Maple Grove Arboretum, you get an up-close view of the beautiful trees that line the 15-acre park, especially in autumn when the leaves change.

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27.3 km

Boardwalk at Elm Creek Park Reserve

Highlight • Trail

This boardwalk guides you through a picturesque wetlands area, crossing over a creek and offering stunning views of the forested surroundings. Nearby is Powers Lake, where you might catch a glimpse of its beauty as you walk along this area.

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49.7 km

Rush Creek Regional Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Rush Creek Regional Trail spans 9.6 miles through forests, farmland, and suburban areas, linking several notable parks in Hennepin County. Starting at Coon Rapids Park along the Mississippi River, …

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54.5 km

Coon Rapids Dam

Highlight • Monument

Coon Rapids Dam, located between Brooklyn Park and Coon Rapids, was built by Northern States Power Company in 1913-14 for hydropower generation, operating until 1966. The surrounding 446-acre Coon Rapids …

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62.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

48.1 km

12.4 km

782 m

433 m

378 m

Surfaces

59.0 km

1.46 km

212 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 20 May

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Elm Creek Park Reserve – Coon Rapids Dam loop from Coon Rapids-Riverdale

Coon Rapids Dam