Chain of Lakes & Sculpture Garden Cruise

A large outdoor sculpture of a spoon holding a cherry, with a rainbow spray and city skyline in the background.
A river with five ducks swimming in it, greenery on the riverbank, residential houses, and a city skyline with tall buildings in the background under an overcast sky.
A person riding a bicycle on a path beside a lake with trees and greenery in the background, during daylight.
Three people stand on paddleboards on a calm river under a stone bridge, surrounded by green trees.
A bicycle rider on a winding paved trail through a grassy, tree-lined area with a city skyline in the background.
Aerial view of a large city skyline in the distance, with a wide lake in the foreground surrounded by a dense forest, under a clear blue sky.

Hit all four major lakes along Minneapolis’ iconic Chain of Lakes and visit its most celebrated public artwork. Meet at lovely Lake Harriet and glide past Bde Maka Ska and Lake of the Isles to catch a glimpse of the towering pencil sculpture. Then roll through the charming Kenwood neighborhood and its architectural gems and stop at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden to take in world-renowned pieces like the Spoonbridge and Cherry sculpture. Finish your loop along Cedar Lake via the scenic Kenilworth Trail and the Midtown Greenway.

Come join us and experience why Cycling Weekly ranked Minneapolis the #1 large city for bike friendliness in the U.S.


🕒 ~2.5 hours | 🚲 ~12 miles | Max 5 riders | By Appointment | Skill level: easy | Ages: 18+, 15 + with parent

What’s included?

  • E-bike rental with basket

  • Minneapolis’ iconic lakes and public art

  • Friendly, knowledgeable guide

  • Helmet (or bring your own)

  • Seasonal fruit snack

  • Self-guided Sculpture Garden tour

  • Optional light stretching and breathwork 

Suitable for all skill levels - route stays on dedicated bikeways aside from a few calm stretches and avoids busy city streets.

Use the throttle feature to cruise along like an electric scooter, or opt for pedal-assist mode and experience a ride closer to a traditional bike ride with an added power boost.

Our friendly, knowledgeable guides lead two short sessions of optional yoga-inspired stretching and breathwork to keep you energized and grounded.

Please note that all riders must review and agree to a liability waiver.