Beautiful lake with biking/walking trail surrounding it. Easy parking along the parkway. Quick kayak put-in. It's fun and relaxing to paddle around and be among the sailboats.
In the fall a ride along the east side of the lake is like a ride through an autumn forest miles from the city. A little get away from city life. If you take the ride at sundown you may catch a great sunset.
most family friendly lake and less of a 'scene' than lake calhoun. Bread & Pickle has great food and ice cream!!
I can't express how much I enjoy this lake! If you're looking to bike, run, walk, play ultimate, or simply relax, this is the place for you. It's most beautiful in summer and fall.
The kite festival was 01/17/2015 and it was a gorgeous day. Families, couple and singles were out in droves to enjoy a winter day at moderate temperatures of 30 degrees. We were with our adorable black lab who ran ahead of us when we were in the middle of the lake away from people. It was so wonderful I went back the next day and had a solo walk across the lake with our dog. Just as beautiful and more peaceful and serene.
Went canoeing on the lake last summer. We had a great time. Always a treat to go to Lake Harriet. A patch of peace in the city.
A magnificent lake with paths to be traveled on foot, in the running race or in bicycle. To stroll, to keep shape. A restaurant is near the marina.
Lake Harriet is one of the chain of lakes in Minneapolis. It is so beautiful. Typically in the spring, summer and fall and sometimes in the winter on a nice day I will walk around the Lake with a friend. There are always so many people jogging, biking, walking and enjoying the Lake. There is also a bandshell where concerts are held in the nice weather.Lake Harriet is so charming and a so derail attraction in Minneapolis.
I walked with a friend here for a very long time, and it was beautiful- even in the winter. As one of the main lakes near minneapolis, it too is popular, but not as crowded as Calhoun. Definitely secluded and just as beautiful however. Great if you want to exercise with a view!
This lake has fine 2.8 mile walking and biking trails directly on the shoreline, 2 small beaches, and an excellent outdoor pavilion offering food for sale, and free summer and fall entertainment several times a week.. 1/2 mile from the pavilion is the Lake Harriet Rose Gardens and a Japanese wildflower garden, definitely a must see during the growing seasons.