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Lake Calhoun

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3000 Calhoun Pkwy. Minneapolis, MN 55408 Phone: 612 230-6400 Fax: 612 230-6500 Hours

North Lake Calhoun / South Lake of the Isles Charrette

Lake Calhoun is part of the Chain of Lakes and is a popular site for fishing, wind surfing, swimming, sailing, canoeing, walking, jogging, biking and roller- and in-line skating. In 1999, the Chain of Lakes drew over 5.5 million visitors making the Lakes the second most popular visitor destination after the Mall of America.

The distance around Lake Calhoun is 3.2 miles for bicycles and skaters and 3.1 for walkers and runners.

Watercraft rental is available through Wheel Fun Rentals.

The Tin Fish Restaurant is located in the Calhoun Pavilion.

Historical Profile: More information about this and other parks is included in Parks, Lakes, Trails and So Much More, a richly detailed account of the histories of Minneapolis’ renown recreational system.

Amenities

Archery

Biking Path

Boat Dock

Drinking Fountain

Eatery/Concessions

Fishing Dock

Parkway - Cars

Pay Parking Lot

Picnic Area

Restroom Facilities

Sand Volleyball Court

Soccer Field

Softball Field

Walking Path

Wells

What our amenities offer you:

	Archery:	Located at 3800 Richfield Rd. (southeast corner of the lake). Target bales are provided; bring your own bull's-eye sheets.

	Biking Path:	3.19 miles of designated paths

	Fishing Dock:	2 docks

	Pay Parking Lot:	Automated parking pay stations, patron parking pass and some meters. Click for detailed parking information.

	Picnic Area:	Non-reservable picnic area

	Sand Volleyball Court:	Non-reservable

	Soccer Field:	For information and reservations call 612-230-6491.

	Softball Field:	For information and reservations call 612-230-6491.

	Walking Path:	3.10 miles of walking paths

	Wells:	3 wells are located in the area: Lake St. and West Calhoun Blvd; 34th St. and East Calhoun Blvd; West Calhoun and Uptown Ave. at Thomas Beach.