Sunset on Bde Maka Ska Lake, South Minneapolis

Group watches sunset at a Minneapolis beach
Group watches sunset at a Minneapolis beach.

Bde Maka Ska Lake, located in South Minneapolis, is a prominent natural lake within the city's Chain of Lakes Regional Park system. Originally known by its Dakota name, meaning "White Earth Lake," it was officially restored in 2017 after decades as Lake Calhoun. The lake serves as a vital recreational hub, popular for sailing, kayaking, and cycling along its shores.

Photo taken in July 2025.

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