Minnesota chapter · free hike
Terrace Oaks West Hike
Don't let the mileage fool you — this one's a hidden gem with a little bite to it. Terrace Oaks West feels way more secluded than you'd expect for the south metro, with peaceful woods, rolling terrain, and enough hills to get your heart pumping.
Trail details
- Date
- Sat, Sep 19
- Start time
- 9:30 am
- Meet at
- Terrace Oaks West Park, 12801 County Road 11, Burnsville, MN 55337 — meet in the main West parking lot near the trail entrance (there's also an East lot, so double-check you're at West)
- City
- Burnsville, MN
- Distance
- 3.4 miles
- Elevation gain
- 262 ft
Cost & booking
Free
Important information
This is a wooded natural-surface trail with repeated hills and loose gravel, especially on descents — good traction matters, and sections can get muddy after rain. A porta potty is available at the trailhead, plus picnic tables and a covered shelter, but no permanent restroom.
What to bring
Water, sturdy hiking shoes with good traction, weather-appropriate layers, bug spray, and trekking poles if you'd like them
Parking
Main lot at Terrace Oaks West off County Road 11 — there's also a Terrace Oaks East lot, so make sure you're at the West park
- Pace
- Steady, with occasional stops
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
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