The Top 20 Lakes in Minnesota
Looking to visit the best lakes in Minnesota? 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 Minnesota’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 7, 2025
Lake Nokomis
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The Lake Nokomis Trail in Minnesota is a 7.3-mile paved path that stretches from Minneapolis to Burnsville, connecting three communities: Minneapolis, Richfield, and Bloomington. This 10-foot-wide trail is popular for …
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Carver Park Reserve Trail
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Carver Park is the perfect spot for river recreation on the Clackamas River. It sits where Clear Creek meets the Clackamas, just off Springwater Road in Carver. This expansive park …
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Bde Maka Ska
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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 …
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Cedar Lake
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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 …
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Lake Harriet
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You might find a live music concert happening at this park in the summer, but it remains a great destination all year-round, music or not. Facilities here include a playground …
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Spring Lake Park Reserve
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Tucked up against the Mississippi River this park offers a variety of outdoor recreation and leisure options. The trails invite hikers and bikers to explore while the water calls to …
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West Medicine Lake Park Beach
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West Medicine Lake Park Beach offers a public waterfront with picnicking areas, volleyball courts, fishing spots, and a playground. A 2.7-mile paved pathway connects this park to the Medicine Lake …
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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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Riley Lake Park
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Lake Riley is a freshwater lake is situated between Eden Prairie and Chanhassen in Minnesota and is popular for boating, fishing, and swimming. Adjacent to the lake is Riley Lake …
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St. Albans Bay Bridge
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The St. Albans Bay Bridge carries Minnetonka Boulevard over St. Albans Bay, an inlet of Lake Minnetonka, connecting the cities of Excelsior and Greenwood in Minnesota. From the bridge you …
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