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Minnehaha Falls – Fort Snelling Scenic Overlook loop from Fort Snelling State Park

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Minnehaha Falls – Fort Snelling Scenic Overlook loop from Fort Snelling State Park

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Minnehaha Falls – Fort Snelling Scenic Overlook loop from Fort Snelling State Park

01:40

29.6km

180m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 17, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 10.4 km for 230 m

After 12.4 km for 217 m

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Parking

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7.58 km

Minnehaha Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Cycling along Minnehaha Trail in Fort Snelling State Park treats riders to diverse natural landscapes and historical sites. Pedal through lush forests, serene wetlands, and alongside the tranquil waters of …

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10.4 km

Hiawatha and Minnehaha Statue

Highlight • Monument

This statue from the early 1900s depicts the story of Hiawatha, an Ojibwe warrior, and his love for Minnehaha, a Dakota woman, as told in the poem 'The Song of Hiawatha'.

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10.5 km

Minnehaha Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

This 53-foot waterfall offers breathtaking sights and sounds, and it's best to visit after rainfall when the waterfall is even more powerful.

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12.5 km

Ford Dam Scenic Overlook

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12.5 km

Ford Dam Scenic Overlook

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Ford Dam, also known as Lock and Dam No. 1, belonged to the Ford Motor Company and supplied electricity to its Twin Cities Assembly Plant on the east side of …

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15.8 km

Fort Snelling Scenic Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

This overlook offers a great view of historic Fort Snelling across the Mississippi River gorge overlooking the confluence of two major waterways, the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers.

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17.3 km

Upper Lake, Crosby Farm Regional Park

Highlight • Lake

Upper Lake is the smaller one of two lakes in the Crosby Farm Regional Park. It is encircled by nice hiking trails and offers a tranquil setting.

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19.4 km

Crosby Farm Regional Park

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Crosby Farm Regional Park in Saint Paul is an expansive park along the Mississippi River. It offers a mix of natural habitats, including wetlands, woodlands, and open fields. While exploring …

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22.9 km

Viewpoint

29.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

28.5 km

548 m

288 m

232 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

19.8 km

9.16 km

458 m

198 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Minnehaha Falls – Fort Snelling Scenic Overlook loop from Fort Snelling State Park

Minnehaha Trail

Hiawatha and Minnehaha Statue

Minnehaha Falls

Ford Dam Scenic Overlook

Ford Dam Scenic Overlook

Fort Snelling Scenic Overlook

Upper Lake, Crosby Farm Regional Park

Crosby Farm Regional Park

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