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Coon Rapids Dam – Coon Rapids Dam loop from Columbia Heights

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Coon Rapids Dam – Coon Rapids Dam loop from Columbia Heights

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Coon Rapids Dam – Coon Rapids Dam loop from Columbia Heights

01:54

32.8km

120m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 1, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 16.4 km for 77 m

After 28.9 km for 61 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.10 km

Locke Lake

Lake

15.9 km

Coon Rapids Dam

Highlight • Monument

The Coon Rapids Dam was built in 1913 by Northern States Power for hydropower generation. In 1966 Northern States Power donated the dam and surrounding property to Hennepin County Park Reserve District. Foot and bicycle traffic are allowed across the dam. The dam also serves the valuable purpose of serving as a barrier to the migration of exotic fish species into the Headwaters section of the Mississippi River.

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16.2 km

Coon Rapids Dam

Highlight • Monument

Coon Rapids Dam, located between Brooklyn Park and Coon Rapids, was built by Northern States Power Company in 1913-14 for hydropower generation, operating until 1966. The surrounding 446-acre Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park is a year-round recreational hub, with scenic views, hiking trails, picnic pavilions, fishing, and boating. The park connects to the Mississippi River Regional Trail, offering biking opportunities between Minneapolis and Ramsey.

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16.5 km

Gateway Center at Mississippi Gateway Regional Park

Highlight • Rest Area

18.1 km

Nice Singletrack

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A stretch of fun singletrack swoops along beside the trail. If you don't want to give it a shot, you can stay on the main trail, which is comfortable for cyclists of all levels.

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28.2 km

Islands of Peace

Highlight • River

This 8-acre park consists of three islands located in the Mississippi River. While Chase Island is accessible on foot, the other two can be reached by water or enjoyed from a distance. The park earned its name from its founder's quote, "Where Peace Is A Way of Life Every Hour of Every Day for All Those Willing to Share the Experience."

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32.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.2 km

7.94 km

1.88 km

890 m

794 m

100 m

Surfaces

29.7 km

2.88 km

148 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 7 July

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Coon Rapids Dam – Coon Rapids Dam loop from Columbia Heights

Coon Rapids Dam

Coon Rapids Dam

Gateway Center at Mississippi Gateway Regional Park

Nice Singletrack

Islands of Peace

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