Suggestions for Lake near Payne - Phalen, Saint Paul

Arielle L. • October 9, 2018Lake Phalen is truly a gathering place. It's beautiful to walk but it also has lots of activities like an amphitheater, beach volleyball, playgrounds, sports fields and ice rinks.

Michael Q. • April 4, 2013Phalen is one stop place for activities. You really can't stop finding things to do.

Molly N. • May 30, 2016The hurricane drinks. 4 kinds of rum. Pretty strong!

Richard • July 30, 2017A great urban lake with a 1.6 mile walking path - keep your eyes open for wildlife while walking around the lake. After your walk stop by the pavilion for a burger, hot dog, ice cream or beer!

Rich • June 27, 2012I love this lake! I run or walk around it every other day! I agree there is something lurking in the lake. I wish I could catch it on camera. I have seen it myself.

Lynden A. • July 10, 2012Great lake to walk your dog around because there's always little to no people walking around so your dog won't get distracted

Bob L. • April 5, 2011It's a great place to walk your dog in the spring and fall, but it's pretty busy during the summer.

Crystal T. • January 6, 2019a beautiful lake!

Nate F. • July 27, 2015nice spot to stop on a sunset bike ride

Duccio • September 27, 2016Cool little park. The benches are next to the lake which is nice!

Dan E. • March 20, 2010The distance around the lake is almost exactly 1 mile which makes it great for running/walking

Duccio • October 2, 2016Cute little park!

Matt D. • May 29, 2011Great people watching as you walk around the lake.

Melanie • May 15, 2015The water doesn't always look that great but the picnicking area & walking bridges are awesome!

Sean G. • July 12, 2014Long lake is the best!! See you there soon!

Arielle L. • July 6, 2018Beautiful grounds with a conservatory, zoo, lake, golf course and amusement park for kids!

Ruslana W. • January 22, 2012Looking on the frozen lake right now from my cozy bedroom.

Steve S. • July 12, 2020A gem of Dakota County. Water fowl and birds are always commonplace. Gorgeous lake and shoreline maintained by the county. Hiking trails a fishing pier and the Dakota Lodge is a great event center.

Stephanie C. • December 21, 2015Trails are nice. Kids like the playground. Parking lot closed in winter. Great for walking to, but port-o-potty needs attention most of the time.

Bill R. • September 9, 2011Walk around the lake that's what its there for.

Sweasil M. • February 5, 2013Ice fishing is great. People are nice and it is quiet for a city lake. Summers are even better.

Justin D. • August 17, 2011Love this lake. Been coming here for 10 years!!

Dave 🇺🇸 • June 26, 2012That is one big lake...bring yer walkin shoes.

Kelly F. • July 29, 2013Waters are infested with Eurasian Milfoil. Make sure to completely inspect your boat and trailer to prevent it from spreading to other lakes.

Heavy Table • November 6, 2014Try the Wheatstone Bridge American Style Wheat (6.3% ABV) -- it’s so palatable and pleasant, flavorful without being overwhelmingly fruity, you could drink 12 on a summer boating trip on the lake.