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Observation Platform – Observation Deck Carver Park loop from Lake Minnetonka Regional Park

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Observation Platform – Observation Deck Carver Park loop from Lake Minnetonka Regional Park

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Observation Platform – Observation Deck Carver Park loop from Lake Minnetonka Regional Park

01:03

8.83km

30m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.86 km

Wildlife Observation Platform

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Great place to sit and watch for wildlife.

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4.71 km

Observation Platform

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great place for looking for waterfowl out on the lake.

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6.32 km

Observation Deck Carver Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a great place to observe birds and other wildlife.

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8.83 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.52 km

213 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.09 km

222 m

185 m

173 m

127 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 20 May

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Observation Platform – Observation Deck Carver Park loop from Lake Minnetonka Regional Park

Wildlife Observation Platform

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Observation Deck Carver Park

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