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Hennepin County
Maple Grove

Coon Rapids Dam – Rush Creek Regional Trail loop from Parkway Station

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Bike touring routes & trails
United States
Minnesota
Hennepin County
Maple Grove

Coon Rapids Dam – Rush Creek Regional Trail loop from Parkway Station

Moderate

4.7

(8889)

8,890

riders

Coon Rapids Dam – Rush Creek Regional Trail loop from Parkway Station

04:49

82.8km

370m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 13, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 35.6 km for 168 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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2.79 km

Rice Lake

Lake

2

31.2 km

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 …

Tip by

3

35.7 km

Loring Park

Highlight • Natural

Be sure to take nuts with you! The local squirrels will be happy.

Tip by

4

39.9 km

Stone Arch Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Walking or biking the iconic Stone Arch Bridge is a must-do while in Minneapolis. The path of the bridge offers stunning views of the Minneapolis skyline and the Mississippi River. The bridge itself is a beautiful stone masterpiece.

Tip by

5

40.5 km

View of Saint Anthony Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Saint Anthony Falls is the only natural and major waterfall along the entire length of the Mississippi River. Known as Owámniyomni (which roughly translate to whirlpool) among the native Dakota people, the falls are of important cultural and spiritual significance.

Tip by

6

65.5 km

Coon Rapids Dam

Highlight • Monument

Coon Rapids Dam, located between Brooklyn Park and Coon Rapids, was built by Northern States Power Company in 1913-14 for hydropower generation, operating until 1966. The surrounding 446-acre Coon Rapids …

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7

69.8 km

Rush Creek Regional Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Rush Creek Regional Trail spans 9.6 miles through forests, farmland, and suburban areas, linking several notable parks in Hennepin County. Starting at Coon Rapids Park along the Mississippi River, …

Tip by

8

77.9 km

Elm Creek Park offers a large parking area near the Elm Creek Chalet and trailhead. The chalet, a blend of modern and rustic design, is a venue for events. It …

Tip by

9

79.1 km

Valley Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Valley Trail loops around Mud Lake in the Elm Creek Park Reserve area. This section features a pleasant boardwalk that crosses over Elm Creek, providing lovely views of the water.

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B

82.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

75.6 km

4.17 km

1.59 km

881 m

594 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

75.9 km

6.64 km

344 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (240 m)

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