Woodbury is known for its exceptional parks and trails—and spring is the perfect time to discover them. With a growing network of scenic paths and natural spaces, the city offers something for everyone, from quiet lakeside strolls to adventurous bike rides. Woodbury trails not only provide recreation but also help preserve natural areas such as woodlands, wetlands and green spaces.
To help plan your outing, free parks and trails maps are now available at City Hall, M Health Fairview Sports Center, Central Park and Eagle Valley Golf Course. An interactive online version of the map is available at woodburyparksmap.com.
Without further ado, here’s our list of seven trails to explore this spring in Woodbury.
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Carver Lake Off-Road Cycling Trail
Carver Lake Mountain Bike Trail is open April through November and starts at 3175 Century Avenue. It features intermediate single-track trails with technical elements, plus advanced loops for skilled riders. The terrain varies from steep slopes to flatter, winding paths through woods, fields, and around Carver Lake, offering scenic views and flexible route options.
Address: 3175 Century Avenue South
Distance: 5.5 miles
Difficulty: Difficult
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Carver Lake Bike Park features four areas for riders of all skill levels: a bicycle playground, tot track, pump track, and an advanced skills loop with technical elements like dirt rollers, wooden berms, and rock gardens.
Address: 3175 Century Avenue South
Difficulty: Easy
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Tamarack Nature Preserve offers year-round hiking with a mix of paved and rustic trails, including a long perimeter loop and two north-south boardwalks. The southern and western sides are paved, while the northern and eastern paths have a more natural, woodland feel.
Address: 1825 Tower Drive
Distance: 3.6 miles
Difficulty: Easy
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Ojibway Park is a community hub with amenities like a bandshell, large playground, restrooms, shelters, and a skate park. It offers multiple trail routes for walking and exploring within the park.
Address: 2695 Ojibway Drive
Distance: 2.5 miles
Difficulty: Easy
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Colby Lake Loop offers a wide, gently graded paved loop around Colby Lake, perfect for easy rides or walks under shaded trees. The trail includes benches, picnic tables, accessible fishing piers, and shelters, with convenient parking on Edgewater Drive.
Address: 3100 Edgewater Drive
Distance: 2.2 miles
Difficulty: Easy
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Powers Lake Trail is a scenic loop around a 58-acre lake, ideal for biking and enjoying seasonal views. The park features open green space, picnic areas, restrooms, and parking near the playground behind the Woodbury Fire Department.
Address: 10000 Brookview Road
Distance: 1.6 miles
Difficulty: Easy
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Markgrafs Lake Trail is a 2.3-mile paved loop with scenic water views and ample shade, making it ideal for both walking and biking.
Address: 10381 Hudson Road
Distance: 2.3 miles
Difficulty: Easy
