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 Lake Calhoun is part of the chain of Lakes and is now a popular site for fishing, windsurfing, swimming, sailing, canoeing, walking, jogging, biking and roller and in-line skating. In 1999, the Chain of Lakes drew over 5.5 million visitors making the Lakes the 2nd most popular visitor destination after the Mall of America.
The distance around Lake Calhoun is 3.2 miles for bicycles and skaters and 3.1 for walkers and runners. Lake Calhoun has three beaches available for public use.
The acquisition of the 89 acres of land and 422 acres of water began in 1886 and continued until 1909. The total amount of all land & water was purchased for $127,414. Lake Calhoun was formerly known as Lake Medoza or Lake of the Loons and was renamed in honor of John Caldwell Calhoun, U. S. Senator, Vice-President of the U.S. and Secretary of War under President Monroe. Calhoun was also the person who instructed Colonel Leavenworth to establish Fort Snelling.
Information courtsey of the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. Form more information about Lake Calhoun contact the park board at (612) 230-6400.
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