2. Stone Arch Bridge
9.4
100 Portland Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Bridge · Marcy - Holmes · 55 tips and reviews
HISTORY: Built in 1882-83, the bridge is recognized as a National Civil Engineering Landmark. In 1994 the bridge was converted into a pedestrian and bike trail & offers a panoramic view of St. Anthony Falls.
Antoine: Beautiful views of downtown Minneapolis & the Mississippi River. Pedestrians & bikes only.
Dan Hatfield: Nice Ride bike stations on both sides provide a perfect opportunity to visit the area without making it an all-afternoon affair.
3. Lake Harriet
9.4
Lake Harriet Pkwy., Minneapolis, MN
Lake · Linden Hills · 37 tips and reviews
City Pages: Lake Harriet was voted as having Best Bike Trail by City Pages readers in 2010. Be happy. Pedal fast. And if you get thirsty, just pump some fresh water from any of the three water wells.
Jason Davidson: Its a great place to bike... Catch one of the concerts.
Gina Giampaolo: My favorite lake! A stressful place to ride a bike but a great place to walk. The kite festival held each January rules.
4. Minnehaha Falls
9.4
4801 S Minnehaha Park Dr, Minneapolis, MN
Waterfall · Hiawatha · 74 tips and reviews
City Pages: Voted Best Bike Trail by City Pages in 2012! A stunning trip always, the path runs under a lush canopy of trees beneath the Mississippi bluffs, entering Fort Snelling state park. Its a genuine escape.
Nate Folkert: you can rent a surrey bike to tour the park and falls but remember that if you go down hill you have to get the thing back up!
Miah Gilbertsen: Awww I love Minnehaha! There's some great hiking around the falls and you can also rent bikes for some of the paths around it!
Anytime Fitness: Great people watching while you're out for a run, walk, or bike ride.
Melting Hearts USA Sunglasses: Awesome people watching! Also great for biking, running, long boarding, etc!
Angela Erb: The biking trails are beautiful!
Tess O'Connor: Park on one of the streets around the lake instead of them main lake road. Even better: just bike here. You will save yourself a lot of time on the weekends.
Jovanae H: Fun place to go especially in the summer with walking, biking and water sports.
Corryn Vitek: This is my favorite place to spend a summer evening. Bring a picnic supper, pull up a blanket and enjoy some music. Grab some popcorn or an ice cream cone for a treat afterwards.
7. Minnehaha Park
9.5
4801 S Minnehaha Park Dr, Minneapolis, MN
Park · Hiawatha · 38 tips and reviews
City Pages: Voted Best Bike Trail by City Pages in 2012! A stunning trip always, the path runs under a lush canopy of trees beneath the Mississippi bluffs, entering Fort Snelling state park. Its a genuine escape.
Robin Edman: Love biking here!
Clarissa C: Great for hikes, picnics, cycling. Check out Minnehaha Falls. Sea Salt Eatery is here also. Cheap metered parking ($1/hr)
8. One On One Bicycle Studio
7.6
117 Washington Ave N (btw 1st Ave & 2nd Ave), Minneapolis, MN
Sandwich Spot · Warehouse District · 23 tips and reviews
The Fillman .: get a bike, some soup, and chill in the alley during a bike rally. The bread is good too! Fillman lives upstairs, buy him a lap dance at Sinners next door.
Ben Schmidt: Enjoy a great sandwich and bowl of soup for lunch, appreciate some bike-inspired art, enjoy the eclectic mix of bike messengers and ad-type-peoples, and leave a good tip for Brad and the gang. Read more.
Adriane Marten: Stop by soon to check out the David Ellis Mountain Bike photo exhibit - incredible art (and great coffee too!).
9. Sea Salt Eatery
9.0
4825 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Seafood Restaurant · Hiawatha · 122 tips and reviews
Claire Graupmann: Fabulous place to stop while biking!
Jill N.: Order a beer/wine while you wait in line. Best fried oysters also great biking trail and view of Minnehaha Falls.
Bret Zimmerman: stopped there twice on Sunday during my bike rides. Beer, fresh fish, outside seating, in a park! what else could you need? GO!
13. Minnehaha Parkway East
8.0
W Minnehaha Parkway (btwn Lake Nokomis and Minnehaha Ave), Minneapolis, MN
Hiking Trail · Nokomis · 7 tips and reviews
Anytime Fitness: Great trail system for a walk, run, or bike ride. It can get congested during summer weekends - be careful and stay on the right path.
Corryn Vitek: The creek boasts awesome walking and biking trails. The tree cover is lush and green all summer and gorgeous in the fall.
Nick Archer: Day or night, this is the best place to walk your dog in Nokomis!
14. Wedge Community Co-op
8.8
2105 Lyndale Ave S (at 22nd Ave), Minneapolis, MN
Organic Grocery · Whittier · 92 tips and reviews
Christopher Atkins: There are too many bike racks in front. Here's an idea: remove 1/2 of them and put in some outside seating and tables.
Marvin Peterson: Great selection. Ride your bike here for added greatness!
Florence Wong: Slightly pricier than I'm used to, but love the welcoming staff and environment! Lots of fresh stuff. Also, great parking for bikes and cars!