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Lakeside Commons Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 601 Google reviews · Running trail in Blaine, Minnesota · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Distance
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Shade
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Access
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Confirmed from Lakeside Commons 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.

ScenicRestroomsTrailhead parking

Canoe rental is available at this public park with kids' activities, volleyball & a public beach.

What runners say about Lakeside Commons Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (601 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 13 mentions

“There are clean bathrooms available, a splash pad, a playground, concessions, little spots where you can play chess.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 8 mentions

“Beautiful lake, beach, splash pads, children park , picnic table , shaded picnic area, trails for walking, running or biking what else do you ask for a perfect park.”

👟 good for all levels 2 mentions

“Great place for all ages.”

Beautiful lake, beach, splash pads, children park , picnic table , shaded picnic area, trails for walking, running or biking what else do you ask for a perfect park. Will love to come back again and again. Clean restrooms along with changing room. Dogs are also welcome. You can also have some fishing time too.

★★★★★ — Ruplekha , Sep 2022

(I've only been there when it first opens and stay about 2 hr before it gets busy. ) Great place. Clean. Spacious. Just wish some of the people/ kids wouldn't walk all over other people stuff..

★★★★☆ — Crystal , Jul 2023

Nice neighborhood park with a children's play area, pavilion, volleyball court, walking trails along the lake, a beach, public restrooms, concession stand, and a water play area with jets of water that shoot from the pavement. It also has an immense parking lot.

★★★★★ — Jrob , Sep 2018

I just love walking at Lakeside Commons,so relaxing and tranquil! Benches and tables are all kept clean and bathrooms are nice, a nice safe place to walk!

★★★★★ — Rochelle , Dec 2023

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 9 mentions

“Beautiful lake, beach, splash pads, children park , picnic table , shaded picnic area, trails for walking, running or biking what else do you ask for a perfect park.”

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🚻 Restrooms 9 mentions

“Great park for a variety of ages, bathrooms with flush toilets, nice little splash pad next to the beach and a shaded pavilion with picnic tables.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 4 mentions

“Parking is free to Blaine residents and day or annual passes are available for purchase.”

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Plan your run at Lakeside Commons Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • 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 trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
  • Websiteblainemn.gov
  • Phone+1 763-785-6164

Hours

Monday 5 am–9 pm
Tuesday 5 am–9 pm
Wednesday 5 am–9 pm
Thursday 5 am–9 pm
Friday 5 am–9 pm
Saturday 5 am–9 pm
Sunday 5 am–9 pm

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Lakeside Commons Park

3020 Lakes Pkwy, Blaine, MN 55449

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.