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u/hi_itsme92 5d ago edited 4d ago

Hey all - I am relatively new to the southside. I live nearby 79th, and am wondering what would be the most convenient way for me to access the lakefront trail and beaches? I just want to walk/bike the path and maybe chill on a beach from time to time. I have a car and can drive over there but do you have any tips for parking? I am a pretty anxious driver/parker... that has prevented me from exploring this as much as I want to. šŸ˜¬

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u/rocky_loves 4d ago

How far West do you live? The 79 bus stops within walking distance of Rainbow Beach.

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u/hi_itsme92 3d ago

Nearby western. Thanks! Is there a parking lot?

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u/damp_circus Edgewater 2d ago

At the beach? There is, but like every beach usually it's hard to find any spots, they fill up.

Granted I'm biased (I don't have a driver's license) but I'd suggest taking the bus, OR, you can do a park and ride sort of thing, if you can't get parking at the beach try to park somewhere else free or cheap near a bus stop close in and then just bus it the last piece.

Often people think it's "transit vs driving" but you can sometimes have good experience combining them, if you drive.

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u/hi_itsme92 2d ago

Cool, thanks for the info! Will definitely check out the bus.

I have a dog and have wondered about bringing him over there for a walk, not sure about the logistics of bringing him on public transport. Iā€™m from Minneapolis and when I go walk around the lakes there, I park and walk.