Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis

Name: Lake of the Isles
Address: Lake of the Isles Pkwy, Minneapolis, 55405, United States
Telephone: (612) 230-6400

#44 among attractions in Minneapolis

Nature, Natural attraction, Lake, Park

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Facts and practical information

Lake of the Isles is a lake in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, connected to Cedar Lake and Bde Maka Ska. The lake has an area of 109 acres, 2.86 miles of shoreline with a little under three miles of paved walking and biking paths, and a maximum depth of 31 feet. Lake of the Isles is known for its two wooded islands, its long north arm, and the surrounding stately houses of the Kenwood, Lowry Hill, and East Isles neighborhoods. ()

Maximum depth: 31 ftElevation: 853 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 44°57'19"N, 93°18'26"W

Address

Lake of the Isles PkwyCalhoun Isles (Kenwood)Minneapolis 55405 United States

Contact

(612) 230-6400

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Day trips

Lake of the Isles – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lake Calhoun, Walker Art Center, Seven Points, Edna S. Purcell House.

1 miS
Lake bordered by parks and trails
Lake Calhoun, Minneapolis
25 min walk • Lake Calhoun, officially known as Bde Maka Ska, is the jewel of Minneapolis and a bustling hub of outdoor activity year-round. This urban lake, ringed by parkland and cityscapes, offers an idyllic retreat from the fast pace of city life.
1.2 miNE
Well-known contemporary art museum
Walker Art Center, Minneapolis
32 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Minneapolis, the Walker Art Center stands as a beacon of contemporary art and culture. This prestigious museum, renowned for its innovative and diverse collection, offers a dynamic array of visual, performing, and media arts.
0.7 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Seven Points, Minneapolis
19 min walk • Seven Points, previously known as Calhoun Square, is a cornerstone of Uptown Minneapolis, offering a blend of shopping, dining, and entertainment experiences to locals and visitors alike. Nestled at the intersection of Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street, this urban...
0.4 miNE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Edna S. Purcell House, Minneapolis
11 min walk • The Edna S. Purcell house was designed by the firm of Purcell, Feick and Elmslie for architect William Purcell and his family in 1913. It is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
0.6 miSE
Nightlife, Cinema, Bars and clubs
Uptown Theatre, Minneapolis
16 min walk • The Uptown Theatre is one of the oldest surviving theaters in the Twin Cities area. It was in active use from 1916 to 2020.
1.1 miSE
Theater
HUGE Improv Theater, Minneapolis
29 min walk • HUGE Improv Theater is a Minneapolis theater founded in 2005 dedicated to long form improvisational theater. The non-profit theater acquired its own building in 2010, where it runs scheduled nightly improv performances and hosts several annual improv festivals.
0.8 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Cedar Lake, Minneapolis
20 min walk • Cedar Lake is a lake in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, and part of the city's Chain of Lakes. It is located on the west side of the city, north of Bde Maka Ska and west of Lake of the Isles.
1.3 miNE
Sport, Sport venue
Parade Stadium, Minneapolis
33 min walk • Parade Stadium is a former football stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It was Minneapolis's first public football stadium. The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board built the 16,560-seat stadium at The Parade, a park just west of downtown, in 1951.
0.9 miS
Park
Chain of Lakes, Minneapolis
25 min walk • The Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway is a linked series of park areas in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, that takes a roughly circular path through the city. The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board developed the system over many years.
1 miS
Spiritual, Temple
Minnesota Zen Meditation Center, Minneapolis
25 min walk • The Minnesota Zen Meditation Center is an urban, non-residential, Sōtō Zen practice community in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Since 2019, MZMC has been lead by two co-guiding Dharma teachers, Tim Burkett and Ted O'Toole.
0.7 miNE
Synagogue
Temple Israel, Minneapolis
17 min walk • Temple Israel is a Reform Jewish synagogue in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Founded in 1878, it is the oldest synagogue in Minneapolis and one of the largest Jewish congregations in the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Lake of the Isles open?

Lake of the Isles is open:

Monday 8 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 8 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 5 pm
Thursday 8 am - 5 pm
Friday 8 am - 5 pm
Saturday 8 am - 12 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Lake of the Isles?

Nearby attractions include Dr. Oscar Owre House, Minneapolis (5 min walk), East Isles, Minneapolis (10 min walk), Edna S. Purcell House, Minneapolis (11 min walk), Calhoun Beach Club, Minneapolis (15 min walk).

How to get to Lake of the Isles by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lake of the Isles:

Bus

Uptown Transit Center (15 min walk)
22 St W • Lines: 2, 2A, 2C (21 min walk)