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Hennepin County

Carver Park Reserve – Observation Platform loop from Excelsior

Hennepin County

Carver Park Reserve – Observation Platform loop from Excelsior

Moderate

4.6

(8476)

10,157

riders

Carver Park Reserve – Observation Platform loop from Excelsior

01:55

37.0km

190m

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: October 16, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 23.4 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

13.0 km

Carver Park Reserve

Highlight • Trail

4

13.8 km

Drinking Water Fountain

Highlight • Rest Area

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

Tip by

5

22.4 km

Winding Pathway in Carver Park Reserve

Highlight • Trail

I got to get back here and explore more.

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6

23.5 km

Observation Platform

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great place for looking for waterfowl out on the lake.

Tip by

7

24.1 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 …

Tip by

8

29.8 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

37.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.8 km

14.1 km

2.62 km

1.40 km

123 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.6 km

13.4 km

9.00 km

960 m

< 100 m

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