Chain of Lakes (Lake Calhoun / Bde Maka Ska & Lake Harriet)
8.8Locals Score / 10#1 of 8 Attractions in Minneapolis
free
Known foroutdoorslakesfreebiking
This interconnected system of urban lakes is the beating heart of Minneapolis outdoor life, with paved trails circling each lake for biking, running, and rollerblading. Lake Harriet has a beloved bandshell with free summer concerts, and Bde Maka Ska offers paddleboard and canoe rentals. Parking can be a genuine headache on summer weekends — biking or busing in is strongly recommended.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
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| Price | free |
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
8.8/10- Value9.5
- Iconic8.5
- Excellence9.0
- Crowd level8.0
- Authenticity9.0
- Accessibility7.0
Nearby in Ask Minneapolis
- Bde Maka SkaPark0.29 km · 4 min walk
- Thomas Beach at Bde Maka SkaBeach0.79 km · 10 min walk
- UptownNeighborhood1.1 km · 14 min walk
- Bakken MuseumMuseum1.1 km · 14 min walk
- Volstead's EmporiumBar1.79 km · 22 min walk
Where to stay near Chain of Lakes (Lake Calhoun / Bde Maka Ska & Lake Harriet)
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