Chain of Lakes Regional Park
3000 Calhoun Pkwy E, Minneapolis, MN 55408
13 miles of trails
Minneapolis's Chain of Lakes Regional Park encircles Bde Maka Ska and Lake Harriet on a 13-mile loop for leashed dogs. Shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans dot the route. Popular paths mean early starts beat the joggers.
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- Park
- Chain of Lakes Regional Park
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Coordinates
- 44.9486, -93.3019
- Trail miles
- 13
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (4,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.0 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 4,810 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 13 miles of trail
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Dog policy
Iconic 13-mile lake-loop trail (Bde Maka Ska, Lake Harriet, etc.). Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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