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Minneapolis Chain of Lakes Regional Park, commonly known as the Chain of Lakes, is Minneapolis' most popular public park area, connecting the shorelines of Bde Maka Ska Lake, Lake of the Isles, Brownie Lake, Cedar Lake, and Lake Harriet. As one of seven byway districts within the Grand Rounds Scenic National Byway, the park offers five public beaches and opportunities for boating between lakefronts. Several beautiful gardens are offered at the park, along with a bird sanctuary, dog park, and hockey and ice skating rink. Other visitor amenities include an archery range, a cross-country skiing trail, and soccer, softball, volleyball, and tennis courts.

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