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Oheyawahi Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 14 Google reviews · Running trail in Mendota Heights, Minnesota · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Oheyawahi Trail'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.
What runners say about Oheyawahi Trail
“Has a great view of the Minneapolis skyline and a good spot to see the sunset.”
This is just a short trail that officially starts adjacent to Acacia Park Cemetery that leads to circular shrine consisting of 7 large rocks with different tribal names etched into them. There's also an unofficial trail that leads down to Sibley Memorial Highway. It has a beautiful view of Minneapolis in the distance.
Today was awesome and the learning I experienced was incredible. The trail is beautiful and you have amazing views of the twin cities. Definitely a must hike for anyone who loves nature and wants to know more about MN history. Read the signs !!
Very cool and scenic spot with some storied native history. I always see wildlife (lots of turkeys) and the view overlooking the two rivers and Minneapolis is awesome
Trail conditions & character
“Has a great view of the Minneapolis skyline and a good spot to see the sunset.”
Plan your run at Oheyawahi Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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 — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
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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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