Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 17, 2026

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After 10.4 km for 162 m

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8.08 km

Black Dog Lake

Highlight • Lake

Black Dog Lake is a beautiful area surrounded by woods and trails and was historically used for cooling water heated for making electrical power at Black Dog Generating Station. It …

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8.49 km

Black Dog Lake

Highlight • Lake

Black Dog Lake is a beautiful area surrounded by woods and trails and was historically used for cooling water heated for making electrical power at Black Dog Generating Station. It …

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10.5 km

Observation Platform on Black Dog Lake

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This is a great spot to observe water birds. There is even a telescope that you can use. Rarities seen here in the past include Barrow's Goldeneye and Black-legged Kittiwake.

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14.5 km

Forested Section of the Mendota Trail in the Minnesota River Valley

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This section of the Mendota Trail, just north of the East Trailhead Minnesota River Greenway is really, really beautiful riding through the lush Minnesota River Valley. This great section of …

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15.0 km

View of Cedar Avenue Bridge from Minnesota River Greenway

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This section of the Minnesota River Greenway is just after you cross the Minnesota River near the East Trailhead. From this spot on the paved trail, you get nice views of the Cedar Avenue Bridge.

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15.9 km

Long Meadow Bridge

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The Long Meadow Bridge in Bloomington, Minnesota, was built in 1920 and spans Long Meadow Lake in the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. Originally constructed by the Illinois Steel Bridge …

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16.0 km

Old Cedar Avenue Bridge

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The Old Cedar Avenue Bridge has wide views of the Minnesota River. It's a popular spot for birdwatching—herons, egrets, and other wildlife are often seen here. The bridge connects to …

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17.5 km

Minnesota River Greenway East Trailhead

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31.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.9 km

5.42 km

234 m

179 m

Surfaces

26.7 km

4.65 km

413 m

Elevation

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Sunday 5 April

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Black Dog Lake

Black Dog Lake

Observation Platform on Black Dog Lake

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View of Cedar Avenue Bridge from Minnesota River Greenway

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