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Lake Calhoun parking lot improvements
Lake Calhoun is part of the Chain of Lakes and is a popular site for fishing, wind surfing, swimming, sailing, canoeing, walking, jogging, biking and roller- and in-line skating. In 1999, the Chain of Lakes drew over 5.5 million visitors making the Lakes the second most popular visitor destination after the Mall of America.
The distance around Lake Calhoun is 3.2 miles for bicycles and skaters and 3.1 for walkers and runners.
Watercraft rental is available through Wheel Fun Rentals.
Tinfish Restaurant is located in the Calhoun Pavilion.
Historical Profile: More information about this and other parks is included in Parks, Lakes, Trails and So Much More, a richly detailed account of the histories of Minneapolis’ renown recreational system.
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