Walking

Minneapolis has many sidewalks, trails and other great places to walk.
people walking at riverside near riverside plaza
person walking down sidewalk
Person walking sidewalk in autumn

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Reasons to walk

Walking is a great way to get around, connect to your surroundings, and visit with your neighbors. Walking is free, good for your health, and good for the environment.

Minneapolis features vibrant walking trails along the Mississippi River and our many lakes. Also, over 92% of our streets have sidewalks on both sides. This adds up to just under 1,800 miles of city sidewalk for you to explore as you go.

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Walking safety and rules

Road safety is a shared responsibility between motorists and those who walk, ride and roll. Road users must follow traffic laws and safety principles.
See walking safety tips and rules

Related programs and initiatives

People walking and biking on a protected path.

As You Go Mpls

Move Minneapolis

Open Streets Minneapolis

Parklets and street cafés

Safe Routes to School

Vision Zero

Sidewalk Cafe

Mobility hubs

Pedestrian Advisory Committee

This committee is made up of 15 community members, staff from City departments and partner agencies. This committee advises the Mayor and City Council on pedestrian issues.
Learn about the committee
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Sidewalk Inspections Office

The Sidewalk Inspections office is a team that inspects and repairs city sidewalks.
Visit the Sidewalk Inspections Office

Contact us

Alex Schieferdecker

Pedestrian and Bicycle Coordinator
Public Works

Email Alex Schieferdecker

Address

Public Service Building
505 Fourth Ave. S. – Room 410
Minneapolis, MN 55415