St. Albans Bay Bridge – Arcola Trestle Bridge loop from Bayswater Rd

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St. Albans Bay Bridge – Arcola Trestle Bridge loop from Bayswater Rd

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St. Albans Bay Bridge – Arcola Trestle Bridge loop from Bayswater Rd

01:57

32.9km

140m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 23, 2026

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7.51 km

St. Albans Bay Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

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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8.11 km

Excelsior Streetcar Line

Highlight • Museum

The storage area where the street cars rest. Don't know much about this line, but it looks like maybe it runs again?

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8.64 km

Excelsior Brewing

Highlight • Pub

Great place to stop for a quick beer, it was there several year birthday today!

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17.2 km

Dakota Rail Regional Trail – Minnetonka Beach Section

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This portion of the Dakota Rail Regional Trail near Minnetonka Beach offers scenic views along the shores of Lake Minnetonka. This section of the 29-mile paved trail is popular due …

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18.2 km

Arcola Trestle Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Enjoy a spectacular view of the bay between Crystal Bay and Lake Minnetonka on the Dakota Regional Trail. A bonus is when you're there during sunrise or sunset.

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22.3 km

Ferndale Marsh

Highlight • Natural

Ferndale Marsh is a 585-acre wetland complex. It features a mosaic of habitats including marshland, open water, grasslands, and wooded areas, providing a haven for various plant and animal species.

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24.8 km

The Wayzata Historic Train Depot

Highlight • Historical Site

The Wayzata Railroad Depot has a rich and contentious history. The first train arrived in Wayzata in 1867, when the town was considered the "end of the road." The original …

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27.7 km

Views between Grays Bay and Wayzata Bay

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Following the paved bike lane alongside Bushaway Road, in this lovely stretch, you can enjoy views on both sides of the path as it runs between these two bays of …

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