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Lake Calhoun

West Lake St and Calhoun Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55408
612 661 4800
Ranked #10 of 101 attractions in Minneapolis
4.5 of 5 stars 37 Reviews
Type: Bodies of Water
Most recent review
- May 26, 2012
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minneapolis
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

This is the busiest lake in the area, it can get quite crowded with people walking/biking especially on a nice summer evening. It's really close to uptown and is a great way to see Minnesotans in their true element More

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St. Petersburg, Florida
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37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Beautiful spot for an afternoon walk, run, or bike ride. Also has canoe rentals. Gorgeous views of the skyline, great people watching. Dedicated paths for running and biking. The little restaurant on the north east end is fantastic...be prepared to wait in line. Note: bike paths connect this lake to lake of the isles And lake harriet if you want... More

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Jefferson City, Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Great lake and beach area. Very clean with well marked paths for biking and walking. More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

Beautiful lake, right in the heart of the city. Can't beat! More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

Nice walking path, rentals available. Relax and enjoy beautiful weather. Small fee for parking in the lot. Street parking can be harder to find. More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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12 reviews 12 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

This is a great venue. It is the busiest of the lakes. The happenest place to be, see and be seen. The lake, the sailboats, the houses (less homes than the other lakes)...everywhere you look it is pleasing to the eye. Lots of activity...volleyball, frisbeeers, couples, singles, friends, parents with their parents, rollerbladers, runners, walkers, people fishing, lots of dogs... More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

I really enjoy rollerblading around the lakes on the Grand rounds byway. Lake Calhoun is a standout with all of the activity that happens throughout the year! Hoigaards canoe race is one of my favorites! More

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Twin Cities, MN
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48 reviews 48 reviews
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012

The Uptown area and Lake Calhoun is the best area to hang out during the warm months! More

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Minneapolis
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22 reviews 22 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012
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Love it, walkers, strollers, runners, dogs, skates, bikes, something for all, lake looks beautiful all year round, beaches for swimming, volleyball, picnics, relaxing. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2012

Rent a boat, swim, rollerblade, stroll around the lake... take in a concert at the bandshell (concerts are EVERY NIGHT during the summer months) - this lake has it all - and so close to the action of Uptown! More

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