Lake of the Isles Running Route

Lake of the Isles is the quietest of the three: a 2.6-mile loop around islands and lagoons, lined with historic homes.

The route

• Distance: 2.6 miles around the lake.
• Terrain: flat paved path.
• Extend it: connect to Cedar Lake and Bde Maka Ska.

Tips

• Canoes and kayaks in summer.
• Beautiful in the fall colors.
• In winter, the lake hosts skating and even races on the ice.

How to unlock the Lake of the Isles medal

1. Run the route above — any pace counts, walk breaks included.
2. Copy your Strava activity link (or a link to a screenshot of your watch or phone).
3. Submit it on the Park Mile Passport page. Once approved, the Lake of the Isles medal unlocks in your passport. It's free.

Running with a crew? Join the Park Mile club on Strava and share your park runs.