West River Parkway Trail
Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, Hennepin County, MN
Out-and-back trail in Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, Hennepin County, MN. Hiking.
- Distance
- 7.4 mi (11.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 174 ft (53 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 30 min
- High point
- 823 ft (251 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Attraction: Shoe Tree 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.9 mi (3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.9 mi (3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.9 mi (3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2 mi (3.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2 mi (3.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2 mi (3.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2 mi (3.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from start
- Spring: Hajduk Spring 4.6 mi (7.3 km) from start
- Emergency phone 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from start
- Beach: White Sand Beach 5.1 mi (8.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Drs. Dorothy & Irving Bernstein Scenic Rest Area 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from start
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Questions about West River Parkway Trail
How long is West River Parkway Trail?
West River Parkway Trail is 7.4 mi (11.9 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 30 min. It climbs 174 ft (53 m) in total, up to a high point of 823 ft (251 m).
How hard is West River Parkway Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for West River Parkway Trail?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on West River Parkway Trail?
Drinking water on the way at 0.7 mi (1.1 km), 2.3 mi (3.7 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 0.7 mi (1.1 km), 2.5 mi (4 km), 7.4 mi (11.8 km). 1 springs (treat before drinking).
Is West River Parkway Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (68% under trees).
What can you do on West River Parkway Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near West River Parkway Trail?
Legal Grounds, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Bobby and Steve's Auto World, 0.4 mi (0.6 km).
Is this a good week for West River Parkway Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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