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Lake Elmo is conveniently located near the eastern side of St. Paul, making it a popular weekend retreat for city-dwellers. It is one of the cleanest lakes near the city, so it is a great spot for swimming, fishing, boating, and paddling. The lake is designated as a no-wake zone until noon each day, thus morning time is the perfect time to try some quiet fishing or head out in a canoe or kayak and have a relaxing paddle around the lake. A section of the shoreline is preserved as the Lake Elmo Park Preserve. The preserve is home to a variety of wildlife and has campgrounds, an archery range, a boat ramp, and several multi-use trails, which are great for mountain biking, hiking, and cross-country skiing.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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