Paddle boarders at sunset on Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis

Two individuals paddleboard on Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis during sunset. Lake of the Isles is one of five lakes in the Chain of Lakes Regional Park, a significant part of Minneapolis's Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway. Originally a marshy area, the lake was dredged and reshaped in the early 20th century as part of a comprehensive park system design by landscape architect Horace Cleveland, creating a major urban green space. Today, the lake and its surrounding parkways, including the historic bridges that connect its shores, serve as a popular destination for outdoor activities such as paddleboarding, kayaking, and walking.