The twelve Minneapolis beaches where the public can swim are located at the following six parks: Bde Maka Ska/Calhoun, Cedar Lake, Lake Harriet, Lake Hiawatha, Lake Nokomis and Theodore Wirth Park. Lifeguards are employed at six of the twelve beaches during peak use, but beaches are open during regular park hours regardless of whether lifeguards are on duty. During unguarded times, swimmers use the beaches at their own risk and parents are always encouraged to monitor their children. Anne reviews her favorite beaches and other swim spots: Lifeguard duty runs from early June through late August and the lifeguards are on duty from noon to 7:00 p.m. daily at the following beaches: Lifeguards are not provided at these beaches, but the public can swim during open park hours at their own risk: See the map below to locate beaches: Minneapolis monitors the water quality at beaches and close when bacteria levels rise too high. Signs will be posted at these times. However, if you want to save a trip, you can check water quality levels at this site. 
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Minneapolis Beaches with Lifeguards
Beaches in Minneapolis without Lifeguards
Map of Beaches in Minneapolis
Minneapolis Beach Closures – Water Quality
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