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Schaar's Bluff Trail – Spring Lake Park Reserve loop from Dakota Hills Park

Schaar's Bluff Trail – Spring Lake Park Reserve loop from Dakota Hills Park

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4.6

(7474)

7,475

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Schaar's Bluff Trail – Spring Lake Park Reserve loop from Dakota Hills Park

01:46

41.1km

250m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

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8.32 km

Level Up Games

Highlight • Cafe

Nice game store and cafe

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17.2 km

Schaar's Bluff Trail

Highlight • Trail

Great views of the lake. Amazing bike trail that is super wide, has great hills, cleared sandstone cliffs to make room for the trail, and a Bison herd to watch for.

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18.3 km

Spring Lake Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

As you cycle along this part of the Mississippi River Trail, you'll come across the Spring Lake Overlook. This viewpoint has a great vista across the lake and surrounding area. …

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22.4 km

Bison Reintroduction Area, Mississippi National River and Recreation Area

Highlight • Natural Monument

Dakota County is planning on reintroducing Bison to this area in fall 2022.

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23.2 km

Picnic area

Highlight • Rest Area

Several nice sitting areas and picnic setups with informative signs.

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23.7 km

Spring Lake Park Reserve

Highlight • Forest

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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