Brownie Lake – Cedar Lake loop from Frieda and Henry J. Neils House

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Brownie Lake – Cedar Lake loop from Frieda and Henry J. Neils House

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Brownie Lake – Cedar Lake loop from Frieda and Henry J. Neils House

01:00

16.7km

80m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 3.69 km for 225 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

75 m

Theodore Wirth Mountain Bike Trail Access

Highlight • MTB Park

Amazing trails right next to downtown Minneapolis. Avoid trails after rain or snow melt.

Tip by

484 m

Brownie Lake

Highlight • Lake

Named after the nickname of the landowner in the late 1800s, this lake is the smallest in the chain of lakes in the area. It features a walking and biking trail, and kayaking and canoeing are allowed, but it is off-limits to motorized watercraft, making it a more peaceful destination for hiking and water activities.

Tip by

2.60 km

Cedar Lake

Highlight • Lake

This lake boasts three distinct beach areas with access to Cedar Lake. Also, the area provides numerous amenities, including a cross-country ski trail, fishing pier, picnic area, and walking path.

Tip by

3.81 km

Lake of the Isles

Highlight • Lake

This area provides a wide range of amenities, including a fishing pier, soccer fields, and even an ice skating rink. There are two separate paths encircling the lake, one for walking and the other for biking.

Tip by

7.44 km

Midtown Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a paved, two-lane corridor reserved for bikes. The Greenway runs for 5.5 miles and is a converted rail trail that runs largely separate from other streets, allowing you to bike uninterrupted. Here you get nice views of Lake of the Isles.

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10.0 km

Cedar Lake

Highlight • Lake

Cedar Lake is a lake with a long history. Over two centuries, Cedar Lake has undergone significant transformations in shape, size, and land use; it has evolved from industrial wasteland to modern parks. Despite being part of the city's park system, Cedar Lake is less frequented than its counterparts. Tucked between neighborhoods, it is bordered by the Grand Rounds on its south and west shores. The southeast shore features a thin strip of park land. Former railroad right-of-way along the lake now serves as world-class bike and nature trails, with ongoing repurposing into a light rail transit corridor.

Tip by

14.0 km

The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Part of Theodore Wirth Park, The Trailhead is a hub for outdoor recreation in the community. Here, you'll find ski passes and all the essentials for your adventures in the park. There are lockers, a drinking fountain, restrooms, concessions, and equipment rentals.

Tip by

16.3 km

Bryn Mawr Meadows

Highlight • Rest Area

The name Bryn Mawr means "great hill" in Welsh, and was officially designated as such in 1911. The park provides playing fields, walking paths, a picnic area, and a pleasant view of the city's skyline.

Tip by

16.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

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