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Lake Needwood (west shore) – Lake Needwood loop from Lake Needwood

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Lake Needwood (west shore) – Lake Needwood loop from Lake Needwood

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Lake Needwood (west shore) – Lake Needwood loop from Lake Needwood

01:07

4.32km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 7, 2026

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Rock Creek Regional Park

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Start point

Parking

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1.09 km

Viewpoint

1.84 km

Lake Needwood (west shore)

Highlight • Lake

This lake was formed in 1965 by damming Rock Creek. The purpose was to control floods and reduce soil erosion. You can rent pedal boats, rowboats, and canoes here. There …

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2.04 km

Lake Needwood

Highlight • Lake

This lake was formed in 1965 by damming Rock Creek. The purpose was to control floods and reduce soil erosion. You can rent pedal boats, rowboats, and canoes here. There …

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2.16 km

Westside Trail runs through Rock Creek Regional Park, passing by Lake Needwood with nice views over the water. It’s a smooth, paved route and a good way to link neighborhoods and parks while avoiding busier roads for a stretch.

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4.32 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.93 km

1.38 km

Surfaces

2.58 km

896 m

818 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Today

Sunday 12 July

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49 %

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Lake Needwood (west shore) – Lake Needwood loop from Lake Needwood

Lake Needwood (west shore)

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