Pack some trail mix and head out on a hike with your whole family. Thanks to our friends at AllTrails, we’ve got the scoop on the very best kid-friendly hiking trails in Minneapolis. Fresh air, great views and easy trails—what could be better? Keep reading to check them out.
Pike Island Loop
Pike Island Loop is a 3.7 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Saint Paul, Minnesota that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and nature trips and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Difficulty: Easy
Minnehaha Creek Trail
Minnehaha Creek Trail is a 1.8 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Minneapolis, Minnesota that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Difficulty: Easy
Crosby Farm Park
Crosby Farm Park is a 3.3 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Mendota, Minnesota that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and bird watching. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Difficulty: Easy
Winchell Trail
Winchell Trail is a 5.4 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Minneapolis, Minnesota that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Difficulty: Easy
Battle Creek Trail
Battle Creek Trail is a 2.9 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Saint Paul, Minnesota that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until September. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Difficulty: Easy
Langston Lake Loop
Langton Lake Loop is a 1.5 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Roseville, Minnesota that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips and is best used from March until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Difficulty: Easy
Dakota Rail Regional Trail
Dakota Rail Regional Trail is a 27.6 mile moderately trafficked point-to-point trail located near Maple Plain, Minnesota that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Difficulty: Easy
Lone Lake Trail
Lone Lake Trail is a 1.5 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Hopkins, Minnesota that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from April until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Difficulty: Easy
Mud Lake Loop
Mud Lake Loop is a 4.5 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Osseo, Minnesota that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Difficulty: Easy
Quaking Bog Loop
Quaking Bog Loop is a 1.2 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Minneapolis, Minnesota that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from May until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Difficulty: Easy
