Near Mud Lake Loop
Shared hiking and cycling trail.
Near Mud Lake Loop
Boardwalk/wooden bridge on the trail.

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Mud Lake Loop

4.6 (7 Ratings)
This 4.7-mile, family friendly, partially-paved hike, will take you along a mixture of flat and hilly terrain.
4.5
mi
Distance
98
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsFamily FriendlyLakeSwimmingWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.53mi
Distance
98ft
Elevation Gain
98ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
933ft
High Point
871ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Elm Creek Park Reserve is an incredible resource for everyone in the Twin Cities area. The Mud Lake Loop does a great job of showcasing the opportunities that this park provides. The trail will take you past the man-made swimming pond, disc golf course, and the historic Pierre Bottineau House. With these attractions in mind, make sure you bring a swim suit and anything else you need to take full advantage of this trail! This well laid out loop will also give you the choice to add distance to your hike. As you get close to the bodies of water along this trail, keep an eye for the variety of bird species that live in the park. If you are lucky you might see a beaver building its home! See you on the trail!

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Contributors
Kristen Arendt