Biking

247 photos · 2008–2026

247 photographs tagged Biking, 2008–2026.

Lake Street sign illuminated at night during rainfall on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — The Midtown Greenway occupies a below-grade rail corridor once used by the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad, converted to a bicycle and pedestrian route beginning in the late 1990s. The trail runs roughly five and a half miles across south Minneapolis, linking the Chain of Lakes near Uptown to the Mississippi River at the West River Parkway. Lake Street, one of the city's principal commercial corridors, crosses the Greenway on a bridge above the trail. Signage along the route marks nearby cross streets and neighborhood landmarks for cyclists and pedestrians using the corridor.

Biker in the snow biking around a lake in South Minneapolis — A cyclist navigates a snow-covered path on Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis during the season's first snowfall. The park, part of the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes, is a popular destination for recreation year-round, offering paved paths for walking, running, and cycling. Despite the winter weather, the park remains a vital part of the city's green infrastructure, providing residents with access to nature and opportunities for outdoor activity.

Brick industrial building with chain-link fence and water tower at Roof Depot Urban Farm in Minneapolis. — The Roof Depot Urban Farm is situated near the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

"Weak Mayor" sticker with website URL affixed to sign along Minneapolis Midtown Greenway. — A sticker reading "Weak Mayor" with the website WEAKMAYOR.COM is affixed to a sign along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis.

Reggie LeFlore's green and yellow train mural under a bridge on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — A mural by Reggie LeFlore on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. The Midtown Greenway is a 5.7-mile paved trail built on a former railroad corridor, connecting the Mississippi River to the western edge of the city.

Construction site along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis with snow-covered ground and building framing visible. — Construction is underway for new developments adjacent to the Midtown Greenway and 11th Avenue in Minneapolis, as seen on March 19, 2023. The Midtown Greenway is a 5.5-mile-long multi-use trail built on a former railroad corridor.

Fenced Roof Depot building site in South Minneapolis viewed from the Midtown Greenway in winter. — Fenced off Roof Depot building in South Minneapolis as seen from the Midtown Greenway.

Civil disobedience sticker on utility box in East Phillips neighborhood, South Minneapolis. — A sticker advocating for "Civil Disobedience" in support of the East Phillips neighborhood is affixed to a utility box in South Minneapolis. The sticker reflects ongoing community efforts to protect the East Phillips neighborhood from the proposed Roof Depot expansion, a project that has faced significant opposition due to environmental and health concerns.

Winston Smith was assassinated by the MPD — Graffiti on a construction fence along the Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis reads "WINSTON SMITH WAS ASSASSINATED BY THE MPD." This message refers to the death of Winston Smith, who was killed by Minneapolis Police Department officers in June 2021. The incident occurred during an attempt to serve a federal warrant.

Midtown Greenway trail under 28th Street in Minneapolis, lined with bridge supports. — The Midtown Greenway passes beneath 28th Street in Minneapolis. The paved trail runs through a corridor of concrete bridge supports and adjacent street access points.

Bikers cross road with hazy skies — Bicyclists navigate the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis under a sky obscured by smoke from Canadian wildfires. The Midtown Greenway is a 5.7-mile-long trail built on a former railroad corridor, serving as a vital piece of the city's active transportation network. This trail provides a safe and accessible route for cyclists and pedestrians, connecting various neighborhoods and parks across the city. The heavy haze, a result of widespread wildfires, significantly impacted air quality across the Midwest during the summer of 2023, highlighting the environmental challenges faced by urban areas.

Man and bicyclist on a biking trail with wildfire smoke — The Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis, a 5.7-mile paved urban trail, was developed on a former railroad corridor. It serves as a vital artery for cyclists and pedestrians, connecting diverse neighborhoods and providing a safe, car-free environment for recreation and commuting. On this day, wildfire smoke from Canada created a hazy atmosphere, impacting air quality and visibility for those using the trail for biking and jogging.

Bikers crossing bridge during air quality alerts in Minneapolis — Cyclists ride across the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in Minneapolis, Minnesota, under a sky obscured by smoke from Canadian wildfires.

Full moon over Minneapolis with hazy clouds — A full moon illuminates the sky above the Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis on June 3, 2023. The Cedar Lake Trail is part of the Grand Rounds Scenic Byway, a 50-mile parkway and trail system encircling the city. Developed in the early 20th century, the Grand Rounds connect Minneapolis's chain of lakes and parks, providing essential green space and transportation corridors for residents and visitors. The trail system is widely used for walking, running, and cycling, offering a vital connection to nature within the urban environment.

F45 in Downtown Minneapolis 2023 — Downtown Minneapolis during Pride Week, with police officers on bicycle patrol. The building features a distinctive facade with horizontal bands of colored LED lights that illuminate the urban environment at night. T

South Minneapolis Southwest LRT construction along the Kenilworth Trail rail corridor. — Construction along the Southwest LRT corridor in South Minneapolis. The project runs on the former freight rail alignment through the Kenilworth neighborhood and links downtown Minneapolis with Eden Prairie.

Washburn Water Tower in Minneapolis — The Washburn Water Tower, a prominent landmark in South Minneapolis, is visible above the tree line. Constructed in 1912, this elevated tank was designed to store and distribute water to the surrounding neighborhoods, ensuring consistent water pressure. Its distinctive domed roof and concrete structure are characteristic of early 20th-century water infrastructure.

Biker under the bridge in Minneapolis — A cyclist rides beneath the Nicollet Avenue Bridge in Minneapolis. This structure, completed in 1961, carries Nicollet Avenue over the BNSF Railway tracks and the adjacent Minnehaha Creek. The bridge's design features a series of concrete arches, a common engineering solution for spanning such routes while allowing for pedestrian and natural passage below. It serves as a vital transportation link in the city, facilitating daily commutes and connecting neighborhoods.

Minneapolis and Bde Maka Ska and wildfire smoke — Minneapolis's downtown skyline is obscured by smoke from Canadian wildfires, viewed from the vicinity of Bde Maka Ska. The lake, one of the city's Chain of Lakes, is a popular destination for recreation and is bordered by parkland and residential areas. The presence of wildfire smoke highlights the increasing impact of climate change on air quality across North America.

"Ride a Bike Around Milwaukee" mural on Wheel & Sprocket storefront featuring city skyline and cyclists. — The mural reads "Ride a Bike Around Milwaukee" in bold lettering above a stylized rendering of the city's downtown skyline and the Hoan Bridge along the lakefront. It covers the exterior wall of a Wheel & Sprocket store, a bicycle retailer that traces its origins to a single Milwaukee-area shop opened in 1973. Cyclists depicted throughout the design echo the city's network of bike paths, including the Oak Leaf Trail, and its Bublr Bikes share program, which launched in 2014 with stations concentrated in and around downtown Milwaukee.

Critical Mass Minneapolis Flyer on the Midtown Greenway — A flyer for Critical Mass on the Midtown Greenway. It was held on July 29, 2023.

Critical mass flyer on the midtown greenway — A flyer for Critical Mass on the Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis. It was held on July 29, 2023.

Workers construct elevated platform structures for Bryn Mawr Station on Minneapolis's Southwest Light Rail Transit line. — Bryn Mawr Station is under construction along the Cedar Lake Trail corridor in Minneapolis as part of the Southwest Light Rail Transit (Green Line) extension. Operated by Metro Transit under Metropolitan Council oversight, the new line will connect downtown Minneapolis to Eden Prairie and other western suburbs. Steel framing and elevated platform structures mark the station's progress within the broader 14.5-mile light rail expansion project.

Red bicycle and pedestrian detour sign stands among overgrown vegetation along the Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis. — Nature taking back a trail after it was closed for Light Rail train construction.

Inspire Apartments illuminated at dusk along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, Minnesota. — Inspire Apartments sits along the Midtown Greenway in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis, on a site previously home to the Elan complex. The Greenway itself runs about 5.5 miles through south Minneapolis along a former Milwaukee Road rail corridor, connecting the Chain of Lakes to the Mississippi River. Much of the trail sits in a sunken former rail trench, which lets it cross under city streets rather than at intersections. It's used year-round by commuters and cyclists, with volunteer patrols and lighting added over the years to support nighttime travel. Apartment and condo development along the corridor, including this building, grew substantially after the trail's renovation in the early 2000s.

The Midtown Greenway Bridge in Minneapolis, a stone arch structure, carries traffic over a waterway surrounded by autumn foliage. — The Midtown Greenway Bridge, a stone arch structure in Minneapolis, carries vehicular traffic over a waterway. Autumn foliage surrounds the bridge and lines the banks of the waterway. This bridge is part of the Midtown Greenway, a 5.7-mile paved multi-use trail in Minneapolis that runs through the heart of the city. The trail follows a former railroad corridor and is a vital piece of the Twin Cities' active transportation network, popular for biking and walking. Keywords: Autumn, Biking, Colors, Fall, Midtown, Midtown Greenway, Minneapolis, Twin Cities

A cyclist rides on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis during autumn. The path is lined with trees displaying fall foliage and fallen leaves cover the ground. — A cyclist rides on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, Minnesota, during autumn. A sign visible on the path reads "ADOPT-A-GREENWAY." The Midtown Greenway is a 5.5-mile multi-use trail constructed on a former railroad corridor, connecting the Mississippi River to the Chain of Lakes. It serves as a key transportation and recreation route for the Twin Cities, maintained by the city and supported by community volunteer programs like Adopt-a-Greenway.

Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, MN, features a canal with trees displaying autumn colors and an arched stone bridge in the background. — The Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, Minnesota, features a paved trail alongside a canal, bordered by trees displaying vibrant autumn foliage in late October 2023. An arched stone bridge spans the canal in the background, reflecting the fall colors on the water's surface.

A lone bicyclist rides on the leaf-covered Midtown Greenway path in Minneapolis during autumn. — A lone bicyclist travels along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis during late October 2023. The Midtown Greenway is a 5.5-mile-long parkway built on a former railroad corridor, connecting the Mississippi River to the Chain of Lakes.

Colorful mural depicting cyclists on a building along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — A mural depicting cyclists adorns a building along the Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis.

Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis at night, with a lit trail under an overpass beside apartments. — The Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis is a multi-use trail built on a former railroad corridor. Opened in phases starting in 2001, it connects the Mississippi River to the Chain of Lakes. The trail serves as a vital transportation and recreation artery, allowing cyclists and pedestrians to travel through the city separated from vehicular traffic.

Stenciled white Snoopy character on red brick wall beneath the Loring Bike Bridge in Minneapolis. — A stencil of Snoopy, the beloved cartoon beagle, appears on the red brick wall of the Loring Bike Bridge in Minneapolis.

Graffiti on a wall along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis reads "Repair Pot Holes, Quit Buffing Graff..." — Graffiti on a wall along the Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis reads "Repair Pot Holes, Quit Buffing Graff...". The Midtown Greenway is a 5.5-mile-long rail-to-trail path for bicycles and pedestrians, converted from a former railway corridor in the early 2000s.

Protest flyer with warning symbol affixed to bridge informational sign opposing Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct construction. — A protest flyer is affixed to an informational sign on the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in South Minneapolis, a structure that carries the Midtown Greenway over Hiawatha Avenue. The flyer expresses community opposition to the proposed construction of a new Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue South. This facility is intended to replace the original 3rd Precinct building, which was destroyed during the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising. In February 2024, the city signed a purchase agreement for the new site, with an anticipated opening in early 2025, five years after the original precinct was burned.

A protest flyer on the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge opposes the new Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue. — A protest flyer is affixed to the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in South Minneapolis, part of the Midtown Greenway. This radical art expresses opposition to the planned replacement of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The new "community safety center" at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue is located approximately a quarter mile from the bridge. This facility replaces the original precinct building, which was burned during the Minneapolis Uprising in May 2020. The city anticipates the new building will open in the first quarter of 2025, nearly five years after the original structure's destruction.

A protest flyer taped to a purple surface along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis opposes rebuilding the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. — A flyer is affixed to a surface along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, advocating against the reconstruction of the Minneapolis Police Department's 3rd Precinct. The flyer reads "MPD 3rd Precinct 1984 - 2020 Still Burning In Hell No New 3rd Precinct." This message refers to the original 3rd Precinct building, which was burned by protesters on May 28, 2020, during the Minneapolis Uprising following the murder of George Floyd.

Minneapolis Skyscraper seen from South — The downtown Minneapolis skyline, featuring prominent structures such as the IDS Center and Capella Tower, is illuminated at night, as viewed from the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in February 2024. Completed in 1972, the IDS Center was the tallest building in Minneapolis for decades, serving as a key commercial hub. The Capella Tower, finished in 1992, further defines the city's financial district. The Martin Olav Sabo Bridge, opened in 2007, is a pedestrian and bicycle bridge that forms a crucial link in the Midtown Greenway, an important urban trail system.

A protest flyer featuring Snoopy with text "Well do it again" and "No new precinct" affixed along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — A protest flyer featuring the character Snoopy, accompanied by the phrase "No New Precinct" and "We'll do it again," is affixed to a surface along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. This flyer expresses opposition to the proposed rebuilding of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The original 3rd Precinct building was destroyed by protesters on May 28, 2020, following the murder of George Floyd.

A colorful protest flyer reading "Southside Strong No New Precinct!" is taped to a pole along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — A protest flyer advocating "Southside Strong No New Precinct!" is affixed to a pole along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, photographed in February 2024. This flyer, featuring a vibrant artistic design and a QR code for more information, expresses community opposition to the rebuilding or relocation of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The original 3rd Precinct building was destroyed during the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising following the murder of George Floyd.

Protest flyers affixed to concrete opposing Minneapolis Police Third Precinct reconstruction at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue. — A protest flyer is affixed to a concrete structure near the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct in South Minneapolis. The flyer, reading "Someday, wildflowers will grow from the ruins of all police precincts," expresses a radical sentiment regarding policing. Another smaller flyer with a QR code explicitly states "NO NEW THIRD PRECINCT!" and directs to information, reflecting ongoing community opposition to rebuilding the facility at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue. The original Third Precinct building was destroyed during the Minneapolis Uprising in May 2020, making the site a focal point for discussions about police presence and community safety.

A protest flyer parodying a Target advertisement opposes the new Minneapolis Police Third Precinct opening at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue in South Minneapolis. — Flyers protesting the construction of a new Minneapolis Police Third Precinct are displayed near the former precinct site on Minnehaha Avenue in South Minneapolis. One flyer, designed to resemble a Target advertisement, sarcastically invites the public to "Celebrate the opening of the NEW Police Precinct at 2633 Minnehaha Ave." and depicts a shopping basket containing items like charcoal and bolt cutters. A smaller accompanying flyer explicitly states "NO NEW THIRD PRECINCT!" and includes a QR code for more information.

Very colorful red orange and yellow sunset on trail — The Midtown Greenway, a 5.5-mile-long rail-with-trail corridor, traverses south Minneapolis, providing a dedicated path for cyclists and pedestrians. Developed from a former railway corridor, primarily the Milwaukee Road's Short Line, it officially opened as a multi-use path in 2000.

Pedicab outside concert club in Minneapolis — A pedicab travels along N 7th Street in downtown Minneapolis, passing the prominent First Avenue concert venue and The Depot Tavern. First Avenue, known for its star-studded facade, opened in 1970 as a music club within a building that originally functioned as a Greyhound bus depot starting in 1937.

Venture Bikes Midtown at night — Venture Bike Shop on the Midtown Greenway. The bike shop replaces a previous bike shop that closed a couple years ago.

Cyclists gather under the 128th Boston Marathon welcome banner on Boylston Street during a midnight bike ride. — The Boston Marathon finish line sits on Boylston Street in the Back Bay, where the race has ended since 1899. Bank of America has served as the marathon's title sponsor since 2005, and its branding marks the overhead gantry each April. The Midnight Marathon Ride is an unofficial tradition dating to the 1980s, in which cyclists pedal the 26.2-mile course from Hopkinton to Boston the night before race day, retracing the route runners will take hours later. Riders typically gather at the Boylston Street finish before setting out, timing their ride to reach Hopkinton and return by sunrise.

Cyclists gather at the Boston Marathon finish line on Boylston Street during a midnight bike ride. — The Boston Marathon finish line sits on Boylston Street, just past the Boston Public Library and the John Hancock Tower. The course covers 26.2 miles from Hopkinton to Boston, making it the oldest annually run marathon in the world, dating to 1897. Bank of America and Adidas are the race's title sponsors for the 128th running of the event. Cyclists riding the Midnight Marathon route often finish their own unofficial ride at the same line in the days before the official race, retracing the course from Hopkinton overnight.

Midtown Greenway Jogger in June 2024 — A lone jogger uses the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis after a rain shower. This 5.7-mile paved trail follows the path of a former railroad line, converted into a public corridor in the late 1990s.

United States Capitol Police on bicycles at the 2024 RNC — United States Capitol Police officers on bicycles patrol near a digital billboard displaying "FIGHT THE LEFTWING MEDIA" during the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. The convention, a significant quadrennial event for the Republican Party, brings together delegates and supporters to formally nominate their presidential candidate and shape the party's platform. Security is a major concern for such large-scale political gatherings, necessitating visible police presence to ensure public safety and manage potential disruptions. The use of bicycle patrols allows officers to navigate crowded urban environments efficiently and maintain a closer connection with the public.

US Capitol Police on bikes at the RNC — United States Capitol Police officers on bicycles patrol the streets of Milwaukee during the 2024 Republican National Convention. Bike patrols are often utilized during large public events to provide a mobile and visible law enforcement presence. The Republican National Convention is a quadrennial event where the party formally nominates its presidential candidate. The 2024 convention was held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a city with a history of hosting major political gatherings.

Columbus Police Department at the RNC — Columbus Police bike patrol units provided security during the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. These officers, part of a multi-agency effort, were deployed near the Fiserv Forum to manage crowds and maintain order. Bicycle patrols are essential for navigating dense urban environments and restricted zones, allowing for swift response to evolving situations during large-scale public events.

Milwaukee Police on bikes during 2024 RNC — Milwaukee Police officers on bicycles patrol during the 2024 Republican National Convention. Bicycle patrols are often utilized by law enforcement for crowd control, community engagement, and navigating dense urban environments where larger vehicles may be less effective. The presence of bike units can provide a more accessible and visible police presence during large public events like the RNC. This deployment highlights the logistical and security measures undertaken by the city to manage the significant influx of attendees and potential disruptions.

A vandalized infrastructure project sign on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis displays graffiti over text about President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. — A vandalized sign indicating project funding by President Joe Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law on the Midtown Greenway in Uptown Minneapolis.

Volcanic Bike Patrol Bike in Minneapolis — Minneapolis Police Department "Patrol Bike" bicycles, manufactured by Volcanic Bikes

Joyful Riders Club in Minneapolis August 2024 — A group of cyclists participates in a night ride organized by the Joyful Riders Club on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis.

Midtown Exchange building illuminated at night above the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — The Midtown Exchange, originally constructed in the 1920s as a distribution center for Sears, seen from the Midtown Greenway.

Cyclist passes a yellow "Slow Turtle X-ing" sign along the Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis. — A temporary "Turtle X-ing" sign is placed along the Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis.

Utility pole labeled "Aluminum Wiring Inside No Scrap Value" to deter copper theft in Minneapolis. — A utility pole in Minneapolis bears a warning label stating "Aluminum Wiring Inside – No Scrap Value."

Cyclist riding on a newly constructed protected bike lane along Lake Street in Minneapolis during dusk. — A cyclist rides on a newly constructed bike lane along Lake Street in Minneapolis.

Pedestrian bridge spans the Midtown Greenway bike trail at night in Minneapolis with red cyclist lights below. — The Midtown Greenway pedestrian bridge in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is illuminated at night, with red tail lights from cyclists marking the path below. This corridor, originally a railroad line established in the early 20th century, was transformed into a protected bike and pedestrian route in the early 2000s.

Cyclists ride along the Midtown Greenway past a mural-covered underpass in Minneapolis. — Bikers on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, a 5.5-mile-long multi-use trail built on a former railroad corridor.

Southwest Light Rail Transit tunnel construction equipment and barriers visible from the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — Construction is underway on the Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) project in Minneapolis, as seen from the Midtown Greenway. This extensive infrastructure project aims to connect Minneapolis, St. Louis Park, Hopkins, Minnetonka, and Eden Prairie via a new light rail line.

Multiple cyclists cross the intersection of Lake Street and Bde Maka Ska Drive in Minneapolis at dusk. — Cyclists navigate the intersection of Lake Street and Bde Maka Ska Drive in Minneapolis on the final day of summer 2024.

Cyclist performs a wheelie on Lake Street in Minneapolis during evening hours. — A cyclist performs a wheelie on Lake Street in Minneapolis.

Cyclist rides past The Local restaurant's outdoor patio on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis. — A Thursday evening on Nicollet Mall. Biker passes by The Local restaurant patio at 10th Street.

Richfield Drive and Bde Maka Ska Parkway — Sunset over Bde Maka Ska from 36th Street.

A cyclist rides a motorized unicycle along the Midtown Greenway surrounded by autumn foliage in Minneapolis. — A rider on a motorized unicycle travels along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis during fall.

Paved Midtown Greenway trail lined with autumn foliage and an orange residential building in Minneapolis. — Fall colors along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. The trail is a 5.5-mile-long multi-use trail built on a former railroad corridor.

Paved pathway lined with trees displaying autumn foliage in red, yellow, and green on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — Colorful leaves on trees on the Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis.

Paved Midtown Greenway trail lined with autumn foliage in Minneapolis. — The Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis is a 5.5-mile paved multi-use trail built on a former railroad corridor.

Puerto Vallarta municipal police electric fat-tire bicycles marked Policía Turística lined up for deployment. — Puerto Vallarta municipal police electric bicycles are lined up for deployment in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico. The fat-tire bikes are marked Policía Turística and the city emblem, use by the tourist police for patrols in pedestrian areas.

Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis at sunset, a former railroad corridor lined with bare trees and dormant grasses in golden light. — Sunset over the Cedar Lake Trail, a multi-use path in Minneapolis. This trail occupies a former railroad corridor. Opened in the early 1990s, the Cedar Lake Trail was among the first such conversions in the region, transforming disused railway lines into public infrastructure for active transportation and recreation.

Cedar Lake Trail and Bryn Mawr Station, Metro Green Line — The Cedar Lake Trail leading to the Bryn Mawr Green Line station. The new station is part of the new extension that will connect Eden Prairie with St. Paul.

Miami Beach police manage scooter riders at 5 Street in South Beach during Spring Break. — Miami Beach police officers manage traffic and scooter riders at 5 Street in South Beach on March 15, 2025. The protected bike lane and roadway carry beach traffic past hotels and restaurants near the southern end of Miami Beach. Police were directing traffic in the area during Spring Break.

Surveillance camera mounted on Pleasant Avenue Bridge above the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — The Midtown Greenway follows a below-grade rail corridor once used by the Milwaukee Road for freight and passenger trains through south Minneapolis. The trench was converted to a bicycle and pedestrian trail in phases beginning in 2000, running roughly 5.5 miles from the Chain of Lakes to the Mississippi River. Pleasant Avenue is one of more than two dozen street crossings that bridge over the corridor rather than intersect it at grade, a design carried over from the original rail line.

Bryant Avenue Bike Lane May 2025 — Cyclists and pedestrians utilize the dedicated bike lane on Bryant Avenue in South Minneapolis.

Bike lane and baseball field at Bryant Square Park in South Minneapolis during a youth game. — The Bryant Avenue bike lane and Bryant Square Park.

The Government Does Not Care sticker in Minneapolis — Sticker reading "The Government does not care. We the people must help each other!" Seen on the Midtown Greenway in June 2025.

Orange Spin rental e-bikes parked on a wet Minneapolis street at night. — Spin rental e-bikes are parked on a Minneapolis street at night. The orange shared bikes are seen close together in a docking area, with wet surfaces reflecting nearby light.

Mural by Cadex and Ethan Herrera depicting cyclists and runners along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — A vibrant mural by artists Cadex and Ethan Herrera on a wall along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. Created in 2025, the artwork depicts figures engaged in cycling and running. The Midtown Greenway, a 5.5-mile-long path, was repurposed from an abandoned railway line.

Cyclists ride beneath a mural-painted bridge on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — Bikers travel along the Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis, passing a vibrant mural painted beneath a bridge. The Midtown Greenway, a former railway corridor, was transformed into a 5.5-mile multi-use path in 2000, serving as a vital transportation and recreational route through the city.

Fencing around Kenilworth Tunnel construction in Minneapolis — Construction fencing lines a section of the Midtown Greenway corridor in Minneapolis during work associated with the Southwest Light Rail Transit project. The barriers separate the trail from an active construction area tied to the Kenilworth Tunnel, a grade-separated segment built to carry Green Line Extension trains through the Kenilworth corridor. The Southwest LRT project, now the Green Line Extension, is intended to connect Minneapolis with St. Louis Park, Hopkins, Minnetonka, and Eden Prairie.

Two cyclists ride on Cedar Lake Trail near Bryn Mawr Station during Southwest Light Rail construction in Minneapolis. — Bikers on Cedar Lake Trail near Bryn Mawr Station in Minneapolis on July 25, 2025.

Framed bird print mounted on tree along Loring Greenway bike path in Minneapolis. — A framed bird print is affixed to a tree along the Loring Greenway bike path in Minneapolis. This urban greenway, established in the 1970s, provides a vital pedestrian and bicycle corridor connecting Loring Park to Nicollet Mall.

White graffiti reading "RIP Ozzy" on a red brick wall along the Loring Greenway in Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading 'RIP Ozzy' is spray-painted on a brick wall along the Loring Greenway in Minneapolis.

Woman walking across Emerson Avenue Bridge spanning the Midtown Greenway in Uptown Minneapolis. — A woman walks across the Emerson Avenue Bridge in Uptown Minneapolis, which spans the Midtown Greenway.

Skateboarder rides past Lake Street light rail station under construction on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — The new Lake Street Station, part of the Southwest Light Rail Green Line Extension. The train line which has been under construction for almost a decade is set to open in 2027. The orange station shown here serves Lake Street above and the large amount of residential apartments below. Skateboard seen skating down the Midtown Greenway trail.

Biker on Martin Olav Sabo Bridge over Haiwatha — A cyclist travels across the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge, a dedicated pedestrian and bicycle suspension bridge spanning Hiawatha Avenue in Minneapolis. Opened in 2007, the bridge was designed to provide a safe, grade-separated connection for trail users along the Midtown Greenway, avoiding the busy highway and light-rail tracks below.

Spin and Lime Bikes need saving — Shared mobility bikes and scooters from Lime and Spin are seen behind a newly installed fence along the Midtown Greenway path in Minneapolis, beneath the Interstate 35W overpass. This section of the multi-use path, a vital east-west bicycle and pedestrian corridor, was closed while addressing ongoing concerns regarding open drug use that had been prevalent along this segment of the Greenway throughout the summer

Graffiti and construction at Nicollet Ave and Midtown Greenway — A biker passes through construction on Nicollet Ave to get to the Midtown Greenway. The construction is happening as the city opens up Nicollet Avenue after demolishing the former K-Mart building.

Closed bike lanes in Minneapolis — A Minneapolis police squad car occupies the bike lane on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis at night, its emergency lights activated.

Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in Minneapolis silhouetted against a pink and purple sunset sky. — The Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in South Minneapolis spans Hiawatha Avenue beneath a pink and purple sunset sky. The cable-stayed pedestrian and bicycle bridge carries trail traffic over the highway and light-rail corridor on the city’s east side. In this view, the bridge’s curved deck and protective fencing are silhouetted against the evening clouds, with a person visible on the span.

A metal bench sits beside yellow wildflowers and construction fencing along the Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis. — New bench installed on the Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis. The trail was rebuilt following construction of the new green line extension light rail project.

Cyclist in yellow jacket riding on Cedar Lake Trail toward hazy Minneapolis downtown skyline on autumn morning. — Biking towards Downtown Minneapolis on a autumn morning, a foggy haze covers the tops of the buildings.

Hennepin Avenue Is Open For Bikes — New bike lanes on Hennepin Avenue. The road had been closed for complete reconstruction.

Skeleton Construction Crew Tribute on Hennepin Avenue — Amid the long-running Hennepin Avenue reconstruction, residents added a dose of humor and gratitude by dressing Halloween skeletons in reflective vests and hard hats, mounting them on a front-yard tree with “Thank You Construction Crews!” signs.

Cyclists and pedestrians on the Midtown Greenway beneath the Uptown Transit Station in Minneapolis. — The Midtown Greenway in Uptown Minneapolis passes beneath the Uptown Transit Station as a Metro Transit bus moves along the bridge above in October 2025.

Metro Transit Southwest LRT green line extension curves through autumn forests and residential neighborhoods between Cedar Lake — The new rails of the Metro Transit Southwest LRT green line extension. Lake of the Isles, Bde Maka Ska and Cedar Lake.

Dean Parkway and Midtown Greenway Fall 2025 — Midtown Greenway and Dean Parkway. This is such a wonderful time of the year on this bike trail as the colors change.

Biking through Minneapolis Fall Colors — Colorful leaves on the bike trails around Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis. Seen between the Midtown Greenway and Lake of the Isles in November 2025.

Lake Street over Bde Maka Ska Channel 2025 — Lake Street bridge over the channel between Lake of the Isles and Bde Maka Ska on a fall day.

Dean Parkway and Midtown Greenway Fall Colors — Fall colors on the Midtown Greenway at the Dean Parkway exit. A great time of the year!

Midtown Greenway Fall Colors November 2025 — Beautiful fall colors on the Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis. This has to be my favorite time of the year!

Cyclist on Bryant Avenue bikeway in Minneapolis at W 31st St during fall. — Biking on Bryant Avenue bikeway in South Minneapolis in November 2025.

Cyclists in the protected bike lane on Hennepin Avenue near Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. — Bikers rolling down the new Hennepin Avenue bike lanes in Uptown Minneapolis near Lagoon Avenue on a early November 2025 evening. The road had been closed for years as the entire road was rebuilt bringing among other things, the much needed bike lanes. Also shown are people walking in the new sidewalk next to the new bike lanes.

Graffiti reading “cold? burn a precinct!” under a highway overpass on the Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading “cold? burn a precint!”[sic] is painted on a concrete wall beneath a highway overpass along the Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis. The misspelled graffiti is in reference to the burning of the Minneapolis Police third precinct police station that was burned in May 2020 after the murder of George Floyd.

Person jogging under Cedar Lake Trail overpass with new lighting, Minneapolis skyline visible beyond graffitied concrete wall. — The Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis shortly after being reopened with new overhead lighting beneath an overpass. The trail, a major bicycle and pedestrian route into downtown, had been closed for several years during nearby light-rail construction.

December on the Midtown Greenway — Winter along the Midtown Greenway, the 5.5-mile rail-to-trail corridor that runs through the heart of Minneapolis. The trench and bridge structures visible here date back to the early 20th century, when the Milwaukee Road railroad used this grade-separated route to move freight without disrupting street traffic.

Minnesota National Guard vehicles in a Minneapolis bike lane on January 24, 2026, following the shooting death of Alex Pretti. — Minnesota National Guard vehicles were positioned in a Minneapolis bike lane on January 24, 2026. The deployment followed the shooting death of Alex Pretti by ICE agents earlier that day. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.

Demolition of the 10th Avenue Bridge over the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, with heavy machinery and debris visible. Street signs indicate S 10th Ave and E 29th St. — Demolition of the 10th Avenue Bridge over the Midtown Greenway in South Minneapolis. This demolition is part of a recurring summer project to replace aging bridges along the Midtown Greenway, many of which were constructed concurrently.

New striping on Midtown Greenway trail in Minneapolis — New striping on the Midtown Greenway near the West Lake Street Station of the new Metro Transit Green Line Extention project.

Bikers and walkers ion newly built bike lanes on Hennepin Avenue — Walkers, Bikers, Bus, and Cars moving down the rebuilt Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.

Midtown Greenway and Nicollet Avenue Construction, Minneapolis — A biker rolls down the Midtown Greenway during Nicollet Ave construction.

Bryant Ave Bike Lane in South Minneapolis — Bike lane on Bryant Avenue in South Minneapolis. The raised separated bike lane is probably one of my favorite bike lanes in the city.

Bikers rolling down the Midtown Greenway bike trail in Minneapolis — A group of bikers rolling down the Midtown Greenway in the early days of summer. IMO it's impossible to overstate how important the greenway is to Minneapolis, we're so lucky to have it.

Group of Bikers on the Midtown Greenway, Minneapolis — A group of bikers moving down the Midtown Greenway in Uptown Minneapolis.

Midtown Greenway and Fremont Avenue in Minneapolis — Midtown Greenway shown at night. The Midtown Greenway trail goes from the west metro suburbs to the Mississippi River in Minneapolis.

Mural being painted on Midtown Greenway in August 2026 — Theres a few new murals being painted on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis right now. Saw some local friends being painted on this one, which is real fun. Looking forward to seeing them finished!

EWOK Operation Metro Surge Mural in Minneapolis — New mural in progress at Hennepin Ave on the Midtown Greenway in Uptown Minneapolis. Featuring Alex Pretti, who was disarmed by federal agents before being shot to death along with ICE on ICE violence, federal agents at Whipple and other scenes of violence in Minneapolis by federal agents.

WE RISE mural under Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis — New mural in progress at Hennepin Ave on the Midtown Greenway in Uptown Minneapolis. Featuring Alex Pretti, who was disarmed by federal agents before being shot to death along with ICE on ICE violence, federal agents at Whipple and other scenes of violence in Minneapolis by federal agents.

Alex Pretti on mural under Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis — Mural under Hennepin Avenue on the Midtown Greenway that depicts the killing of Alex Pretti. The mural was painted in summer of 2026 in response to Operation Metro Surge.

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