Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 19, 2025

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622 m

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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3.14 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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7.26 km

Arcola Trestle

Highlight • Bridge

This spot along the Dakota Rail Regional Trail offers views of Crystal Bay and Lake Minnetonka. It can be an awesome spot for a sunset.

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17.8 km

Big Stone Mini Golf

Highlight • Structure

21.7 km

Molly's St. Bonifacius Bistro

Highlight • Restaurant

This restaurant is located right on the Dakota Rail Trail. It has plenty of shaded outdoor seating. It's perfect to take a break on your bike ride.

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30.1 km

Dakota Rail Regional Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Dakota Rail Regional Trail is a 13.5-mile paved trail that offers views of the Lake Minnetonka area and follows what was once the route of the Dakota Rail Corridor.

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43.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

41.5 km

1.43 km

191 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

39.1 km

2.09 km

1.85 km

190 m

Elevation

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Thursday 18 December

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Arcola Trestle – Dakota Rail Regional Trail loop from Wayzata

The Wayzata Historic Train Depot

Ferndale Marsh

Arcola Trestle

Big Stone Mini Golf

Molly's St. Bonifacius Bistro

Dakota Rail Regional Trail

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