The Minnesota River Bluffs LRT Regional Trail is a 19.91-mile crushed stone pathway. Following a former Minneapolis and St. Louis Railway corridor, the trail offers scenic views of Shady Oak Lake, Mitchell Lake, and the Minnesota River Valley. It passes through Hopkins, Minnetonka, Eden Prairie, and Chanhassen, connecting to trails like the Cedar Lake LRT Regional Trail and Lake Minnetonka LRT Regional Trail. Along the route, users can access parks such as Miller Park and Riley Lake Park, which offer amenities like ball fields and swimming areas. The trail is popular for biking, walking, and cross-country skiing in the wintertime.

Gerardo

August 24, 2023

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April 13, 2025

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Very easy for beginners

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Distance 860 m

Uphill 0 m

Downhill 10 m

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Location: Minnetonka, Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

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Minnesota River Bluffs Trail View of Shady Oak Lake

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