Are dogs allowed on Lake Minnetonka Regional Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Lake Minnetonka Regional Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Lake Minnetonka Regional Trail?

No, Lake Minnetonka Regional Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Lake Minnetonka Regional Trail?

Lake Minnetonka Regional Trail is rated easy. It is 16.2 miles long with 1,007 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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EasyPoint to Point

Minnesota

Lake Minnetonka Regional Trail

Excelsior, Minnesota

16.2 mi

Distance

1,007 ft

Elev. Gain

5h 34m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Southwest LRT Trail is a system of shared-use paths for bicycles and pedestrian paths that extends through several western suburbs of Minneapolis, Minnesota. They are operated by the Three Rivers Park District. Two former rail corridors originally built by the Minneapolis and St. Louis Railway were acquired and converted to trails in anticipation of the Metro Green Line Extension light rail project. The two former railway corridors are now divided into three distinct trails.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:273 ft

Max:306 ft

307 ft

323 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Point to Point
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.