The Top 12 Lakes around South St. Paul
Looking to visit the best lakes around South St. Paul? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of South St. Paul’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 27, 2025
Como Lake
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This lake was originally a wetland that was expanded when the surrounding park was developed. It is fed by storm sewer water run off, which for years resulted in algae …
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Saint Paul-Changsha China Friendship Garden
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Saint Paul–Changsha China Friendship Garden is a beautiful scape with it's Chinese-style pavilions, koi pond, and lush plantings provide a calm, meditative backdrop. A perfect spot to pause, stretch, and take in the carefully designed landscape before continuing your journey.
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Lake Phalen
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Lake Phalen drains into the Mississippi River via Phalen Creek and it is the centerpiece of Phalen Regional Park. The lake is popular with all sorts of water sports enthusiasts …
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Snelling Lake at Fort Snelling State Park
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There are many miles of trails here, some paved and some doubletrack. This park is extremely geographically and historically significant, for it lies along the confluence of the Missouri and …
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Pickerel Lake
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Pickerel Lake sits a short distance from the Mississippi River. Which makes sense, because the lake is an "oxbow lake", meaning it was left behind when the river shifted course. …
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