Lake of the Isles is a beautiful lake in Minneapolis which is connected with Cedar Lake and Lake Calhoun. Lake of the Isle is home to numerous activities year round such as boating, swimming, paved walking paths, bike paths, ice skating, and much more. Lake of the Isles is bustling with activity and recreational options are never in short supply. The Lake itself covers a total of 109 acres with 2.86 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 31 feet. Lake of the Isles is also home to numerous species of fish including bluegill, northern pike, largemouth bass, walleye, tiger muskie, and more. Lake of the Isles is well known for its two islands and beautiful neighborhoods surrounding the lake. Lake of the Isles is one of the most beautiful lakes within Minneapolis with numerous activities and amenities to be enjoyed year round.

Lake of the Isles was first used by the Native Dakota people who called the lake Wita Tomna meaning 4 islands lake. As long as Minneapolis has been around, residents have flocked to the  Lake because of its natural beauty. In the early 20th century, the lake was dredged to create more parkland. Two islands on the south end were converted into parkland leaving only two islands left on the lake. Although Lake of the Isles is mostly a man made lake, its natural beauty and numerous amenities make it one of the most attractive lakes in the area.

Lake of the Isles is surrounded by excellent neighborhoods with beautiful homes. There are three neighborhoods in particular that surround Lake of the Isles including the Kenwood, Lowry Hill, and East Isles neighborhoods. Kenwood is a 95 acre neighborhood located on the west side of Minneapolis with excellent housing and rich history. There are several different housing styles within Kenwood that portray the neighborhoods historical past. The most notable housing styles within kenwood are large mediterranean, colonial, and arts and crafts style homes most of which are facing Lake of the Isles. Lowry Hill is a more residential neighborhood with 20th century styled homes and multi unit apartment buildings. Lowry Hill is also full of numerous businesses including bars, restaurants, grocery stores, coffee shops, and several small businesses.

There are several parks surrounding Lake of the Isles offering a wide variety of outdoor recreational activities.

Kenwood Park is located on the north end of Lake of the Isles offering numerous outdoor activities available to all residents. Kenwood Park features a picnic area, grills, playground equipment, softball field, tennis court, and walking path. Kenwood Park is the perfect destination to enjoy the beauty surrounding Lake of the Isles.

Lake of the Isles Park is a beautiful park surrounding Lake of the Isles. Lake of the Isles Park offers numerous recreational activities including a biking path, fishing pier, canoeing, hockey rink, ice skating rink, soccer field, walking path, and more. Other amenities include decorative fountain, drinking fountain, and canoe racks. Lake of the Isles is an excellent park for enjoying fun activities in a beautiful setting.

Lake of the Isles also offers numerous shopping, dining, and entertainment options within close proximity that all residents can enjoy.

Calhoun Square is an urban shopping and dining destination located in Uptown just southeast of Lake of the Isles. Calhoun Square offers numerous shopping options including national retailers such as Apple, Urban Outfitters, American Apparel, The North Face, MAC Cosmetics, Columbia Sportswear, Jonathan Adler, Paper Source, and more. Calhoun Square offers some of the best shopping in the area.

The Kenwood is an upscale casual restaurant offering excellent food with outstanding service. The Kenwood offers international styled food with local grown fresh ingredients that help make the food as good as it can be. The Kenwood serves a wide range of food from coffee and pastries to dinner, beer, and wine, The Kenwood is dedicated to serving best quality food with outstanding service. The Kenwood provides a welcoming environment where all guest will feel at home.