Walking

Minneapolis has many sidewalks, trails and other great places to walk.
people walking at riverside near riverside plaza

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Walking safety and rules

Road safety is a shared responsibility between motorists and those who walk, ride and roll. Road users must follow traffic laws and safety principles.
See the walking safety and rules

Why to walk

Walking is free, good for your health and good for the environment. Our city features vibrant walking trails along the Mississippi River and our many lakes. Plus, over 92% of our streets have sidewalks on both sides, adding up to just under 1,800 miles of city sidewalk.

Related programs and initiatives

Move Minneapolis

Open Streets Minneapolis

Parklets and street cafés

Safe Routes to School

Vision Zero

#WeWalkMpls

Mobility hubs

Pedestrian Advisory Committee

This committee is made up of 15 community members, staff from City departments and partner agencies. This committee advises the Mayor and City Council on pedestrian issues.
Learn about the committee

Sidewalk Inspections Office

The Sidewalk Inspections office is a team that inspects and repairs city sidewalks.
Visit the Sidewalk Inspections Office

Contact us

Chris Kartheiser

Bike and Pedestrian Coordinator Interim

Public Works - Transportation Planning & Programming 

Email the Bike and Pedestrian Coordinator

Phone

612-673-2544

Office hours

8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Monday – Friday