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Lake Minnewashta Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 581 Google reviews · Running trail in Shorewood, Minnesota · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Lake Minnewashta Regional Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
This lakeside park offers picnic tables, a playground, a dog run, a boat dock & volleyball courts.
What runners say about Lake Minnewashta Regional Park
“What a BIG, beautifully clean park and beach, with several different trails, picnic areas/grills, pavilions, and more.”
“Love the dog park, changing of colors and uniqueness of this beautiful park!”
Expansive trails that encompass a variety of hills, wetlands, and woods. Large playground area that is accessible and plenty of picnic space. Clean beach and restrooms.
We rented a shelter and had our wedding ceremony at this park. I love walking the trails no matter the season but the fall colors are amazing right now. I still want to explore the many paved bike trails but my pups and I love the trails through the woods.
We just discovered this place and love it! Big trails and lots of places to hike. Looking for a trail that goes around the lake? Very scenic and the beach looks like fun in summer. Try it.
A great place to take your dog when you want a balance of space and trail. The entrance is a bit hard to find but once in, you are treated to a lush trail and water sources.
Trail conditions & character
“Love the dog park, changing of colors and uniqueness of this beautiful park!”
“Love the dog park, changing of colors and uniqueness of this beautiful park!”
“I like that they have pea gravel in the play area instead of wood chips.”
Plan your run at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitecarvercountymn.gov
- Phone(952) 466-5250
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
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