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Lake Street over Bde Maka Ska Channel

Lake Street over Bde Maka Ska Channel

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

Biking through Minneapolis Fall Colors

Biking through Minneapolis Fall Colors

November 2025 — Colorful leaves on the bike trails around Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis.

The Lakes around Cedar Lake Trail

The Lakes around Cedar Lake Trail

October 2025 — The new rails of the Metro Transit Southwest LRT green line extension. Lake of the Isles, Bde Maka Ska and Cedar Lake.

Summer thunderstorm approaching Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis

Summer thunderstorm approaching Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis

July 2025 — A large thunderstorm rolling in over Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis in July 2025.

Thunderstorm over Lake of the Isles and Downtown Minneapolis

Thunderstorm over Lake of the Isles and Downtown Minneapolis

July 2025 — Large thunderstorms move in during a weather warning over Lake of the Isles. Downtown Minneapolis visible.

Paddle boarders at sunset on Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis

Paddle boarders at sunset on Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis

July 2025 — 2 paddle boarders meet during sunset on Lake of the Isles in South Minneapolis.

The Government Does Not Care

The Government Does Not Care

June 2025 — Sticker reading "The Government does not care. We the people must help each other!"

Lake of the Isles and Canadian Wildfire Smoke

Lake of the Isles and Canadian Wildfire Smoke

June 2025 — Wildfire smoke impacting the air around Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis.

Ice Fishing on Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis

Ice Fishing on Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis

December 2024 — Ice fishing on the Lake of the isles on an unusually warm December evening.

Wildfire smoke in Minneapolis in May 2024

Wildfire smoke in Minneapolis in May 2024

May 2024 — After a couple nights of visible northern lights in Minneapolis, Canadian wildfire smoke moves in to cloud the sky.

Lake of the Isles Parkway Aurora Borealis, May 10, 2024

Lake of the Isles Parkway Aurora Borealis, May 10, 2024

May 2024 — The northern lights appear above Minneapolis on May 10, 2024

Luminary Loppet Luminary, Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis 2024

Luminary Loppet Luminary, Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis 2024

February 2024 — The warm weather didn't stop this years Luminary Loppet around Lake of the Isles, but it was moved off the ice. Always a really great event! (Minneapolis, February 2024)

Luminary Loppet Luminaries, Lake of the Isles 2024

Luminary Loppet Luminaries, Lake of the Isles 2024

February 2024 — The warm weather didn't stop this years Luminary Loppet around Lake of the Isles, but it was moved off the ice. Always a really great event! (Minneapolis, February 2024)

Luminary Loppet Aerial: Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis Night

Luminary Loppet Aerial: Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis Night

February 2024 — The warm weather didn't stop this years Luminary Loppet around Lake of the Isles, but it was moved off the ice. Always a really great event! (Minneapolis, February 2024)

Sailboats and a colorful sunset

Sailboats and a colorful sunset

August 2023 — Sailboats on Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis during sunset. Lake of the Isles seen in the distance.

Minneapolis Smoke Over Lake of the Isles

Minneapolis Smoke Over Lake of the Isles

June 2023 — Canadian wildfire smoke hovers over Lake of the Isles in South Minneapolis.

Spring Blossoms on Bde Maka Ska Channel, Minneapolis

Spring Blossoms on Bde Maka Ska Channel, Minneapolis

May 2023 — Fish being caught in the channel between Lake of the Isles and Bde Maka Ska.

Luminary Loppet 2023 at Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis

Luminary Loppet 2023 at Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis

February 2023 — The Luminary Loppet finally happened last night, although not on the Lake, after being pushed back from January due to heavy snow and warm weather. Thousands came out to whats easily the most lit event each year.

Giant Pencil Sculpture Near Lake of the Isles

Giant Pencil Sculpture Near Lake of the Isles

November 2022 — A large pencil sculpture stands partly buried in fresh snow near Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis. The piece—well-known to neighborhood walkers and cyclists—sits on the lawn of a private residence and has become a quiet local landmark. Framed by stone steps, evergreens, and early-season snowfall, it reflects the eclectic public-facing art found throughout the surrounding residential areas of the Chain of Lakes.

Biker on Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis, in first snowfall

Biker on Lake of the Isles, Minneapolis, in first snowfall

November 2022 — A biker on Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis during the seasons first snowfall.

Minneapolis Skyline from Lake of the Isles at Night

Minneapolis Skyline from Lake of the Isles at Night

March 2022 — The Minneapolis skyline is visible at night from the frozen surface of Lake of the Isles, a prominent feature of the city's Chain of Lakes park system. This vantage point offers a view of the downtown commercial district, showcasing the development of its architecture and economic activity. Lake of the Isles, established in the late 19th century, serves as a vital green space within the urban environment, providing areas for public use and contributing to the city's character.

BLM Rally, Joanne R. Levin Park, Minneapolis, Aug 2020

BLM Rally, Joanne R. Levin Park, Minneapolis, Aug 2020

August 2020 — Black Lives Matter Solidarity event on August 28th, 2020 at Levin park near Lake of the Isles in Minneapolis.

Speakers at Black Lives Matter Rally, Joanne R. Levin Park, 2020

Speakers at Black Lives Matter Rally, Joanne R. Levin Park, 2020

August 2020 — Neighbors speak on how they can be more inviting to everyone at a Black Lives Matter rally on August 28, 2020.

Minneapolis Skyline from Lake of the Isles at Night

Minneapolis Skyline from Lake of the Isles at Night

April 2020 — Downtown Minneapolis skyline as seen from Lake of the Isles.

IDS Center visible from Lake of the Isles

IDS Center visible from Lake of the Isles

September 2019 — IDS Center in Downtown Minneapolis visible from Lake of the Isles.

Minneapolis Skyline and Bde Maka Ska Lake Aerial View

Minneapolis Skyline and Bde Maka Ska Lake Aerial View

July 2019 — Lake of the Isles and Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis.

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