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Bde Maka Ska – Lake Nokomis Pathway loop from Fridley

Bde Maka Ska – Lake Nokomis Pathway loop from Fridley

Moderate

3.1

(17)

riders

Bde Maka Ska – Lake Nokomis Pathway loop from Fridley

03:00

68.3km

300m

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: June 23, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 42 m for 61 m

After 56.9 km for 173 m

After 68.3 km for 61 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

10.4 km

Victory Memorial Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

Want to ride with some speed? Ditch the bike lane and hop on the road in front of the houses. Smooth and no curb dips. BUT watch for the stop signs and obey.

Tip by

11.8 km

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

14.4 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

18.4 km

Cedar Lake

Highlight • Lake

Cedar Lake is a lake with a long history. Over two centuries, Cedar Lake has undergone significant transformations in shape, size, and land use; it has evolved from industrial wasteland to modern parks. Despite being part of the city's park system, Cedar Lake is less frequented than its counterparts. Tucked between neighborhoods, it is bordered by the Grand Rounds on its south and west shores. The southeast shore features a thin strip of park land. Former railroad right-of-way along the lake now serves as world-class bike and nature trails, with ongoing repurposing into a light rail transit corridor.

Tip by

20.7 km

Kenilworth Channel

Lake

26.9 km

Bde Maka Ska

Highlight • Lake

Bde Maka Ska Lake, the largest lake in Minneapolis, is the largest lake of the city's Chain of Lakes. Covering 401 acres with a maximum depth of 87 feet, this lake is encircled by bike and walking trails, making it a hub for outdoor activities. Popular for birding, road biking, and running, Bde Maka Ska also supports windsurfing, sea kayaking, canoeing, sailing, fishing, and swimming, giving it its status as a prime recreational spot in the Twin Cities.

Tip by

34.2 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, with small bridges, views of local homes, and access to lakes and waterfalls. It’s a multi-use path, so be respectful, considering it's not really ideal for fast riding.

Tip by

35.4 km

Lake Nokomis Pathway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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, parks, trails, and playgrounds. Lake Nokomis is part of this scenic byway and is one of the city's Chain of Lakes. Previously known as Lake Amelia, it was renamed in 1910 to honor Nokomis, grandmother of Hiawatha. This oval-shaped lake features a 2.7-mile pedestrian trail and a 2.8-mile bicycle trail.

Tip by

40.8 km

Minnehaha Creek

Lake

43.7 km

Viewpoint

51.3 km

Franklin Avenue Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

At 1055 feet long and with a span of 400 feet, this bridge is an impressive sight to behold, even more impressive is the view of the Mississippi River from the bridge.

Tip by

68.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

53.1 km

12.9 km

1.53 km

729 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

52.3 km

15.4 km

396 m

247 m

Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

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Bde Maka Ska – Lake Nokomis Pathway loop from Fridley

Victory Memorial Trail

Theodore Wirth Parkway

The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth Park

Cedar Lake

Bde Maka Ska

Minnehaha Creek Trail

Lake Nokomis Pathway

Franklin Avenue Bridge

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