Go Run

Unlike many sports, running can be done almost anywhere with practically no equipment. All you need is a good pair of running shoes and off you go! Besides being good for the body, running can also be good for the environment because you don't have to drive anywhere to do it. From city sidewalks to rural trails, Carver County is loaded with places for runners to enjoy. Get outside and explore! Go Run!

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Local Running Clubs

Have fun, get exercise, and meet new people by joining a local running club!

Renegade Running Club
Renegade Running Club is a self-directed group made up of runners from all over the Twin Cities metro area, with the majority coming from the SW metro. Their runs typically take place on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, often in Carver County or nearby. Membership is free and open to runners of all levels. Check out their website for more details and to see a list of scheduled runs: www.renegaderunclub.com

Waconia Running Club
An informal running group meets daily at Waconia's Gazebo in City Square Park. The group doesn't have any official leaders but different running routes are posted weekly on the Gazebo bulletin board. Participants can split up into groups depending upon each individual's distance and time goals. All ages and abilities are welcome to join. The goal of the group is to chat, run, stretch, and meet some new friends and running partners. Runs take place everyday at 6:30am and 6:30pm.

Running Safety

Download this safety information in PDF format

Before you lace up your sneakers, here are some important safety tips you'll want to keep in mind:

Use sidewalks
Always use the sidewalk if there is one available. If there are no sidewalks and you have to run on the road, always run facing traffic.
Dress to be seen
Wear bright colors or reflective clothing so drivers have an easier time seeing you.
Cross at marked crosswalks or intersections
Stop and look left, then right, then left again before you step into the street. Always obey traffic signals.
Be alert for turning vehicles
Drivers are often busy checking traffic when turning which decreases their chances of seeing pedestrians.
Vary your route
Don't use the same route at the same time every day. Not only is it safer, it's also a lot more interesting.
Find a running buddy
There is safety in numbers. If you go out without a companion, tell someone which route you will be taking and what time you expect to return.
Carry an ID
Always carry some form of identification in case of an accident or emergency.



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	Go Run Unlike many sports, running can be done almost anywhere with practically no equipment. All you need is a good pair of running shoes and off you go! Besides being good for the body, running can also be good for the environment because you don't have to drive anywhere to do it. From city sidewalks to rural trails, Carver County is loaded with places for runners to enjoy. Get outside and explore! Go Run!

	Local Trail Routes Check out local trail routes on our maps.	Directory Health and Fitness Centers Lifetime Fitness 2901 Corporate Place, Chanhassen, 952-380-0303 Map Snap Fitness 700 North Chestnut St., Chaska, 952-448-6500 Map 2411 Galpin Court, Chanhassen, 952-474-5422 312 Highway 212 West, Norwood Young America, 952-467-2680 1772 Steiger Lake Ln, Victoria, 952-368-3004 120 Vine St. S., Waconia, 952-442-3815 Curves 2972 N. Chestnut Street, Chaska, 952-368-9090 406 W. 78th St, Chanhassen, 952-974-9019 Map Anytime Fitness 1309 Oak Ave # 101, Waconia, 952-442-9077 Victoria Recreation Center 8475 Kochia Lane, Victoria, 952-443-4255 Map Cologne Community Fitness Center 1211 Village Parkway, Cologne, 952-466-2064 Map Safari Island Community Center 1600 Community Drive, Waconia, 952-442-0695 Map Chanhassen Recreation Center 2310 Coulter Boulevard, Chanhassen, 952-227-1400 Map Chaska Community Center 1661 Park Ridge Drive, Chaska, 952-448-5633 Map Anytime Fitness 2980 N Chestnut St, Chaska, 952-955-2888 Map Fitness First of Minnesota 115 E 2nd St, Chaska, 952-448-4322 Map Snap Fitness 605 Lewis Ave N, Watertown, 952-955-2888 Beaches Lake Ann Beach 1456 West 78th Street, Chanhassen Map Carver Beach on Lotus Lake 6891 Lotus Trail, Chanhassen Map Greenwood Shores Beach on Lake Ann 7110 Utica Lane, Chanhassen Map Lake Susan Beach in Lake Susan Park 903 Lake Drive East, Chanhassen Map Roundhouse Park Beach on Lake Minnewashta 3950 Kings Road, Chanhassen Map Clayhole Beach at Fireman's Park 260 Highway 212, Chaska Map Baylor Regional Park Carver County Map Lake Minnewashta Regional Park Carver County Map Lake Waconia Regional Park Carver County Map Disc Golf Crown College 8700 College View Dr., Carver County, 952-446-4179 Chaska Disc Golf Course Located on the Chaska Middle School campus: 1600 Park Ridge Drive, Chaska Map Dog Parks Lake Minnewashta Regional Park Off-leash Dog Area 6900 Hazeltine Blvd., Chanhassen, 952-466-5250 Map Carver Park Reserve 7025 Victoria Drive, Victoria, 763-694-7650 Map Parks Carver Beach Playground Chanhassen Map Bluejay Park Mayer Map South Street Park Norwood Young America Lions Park Carver City Square Park Chaska Map City Park Norwood Young America Map Community Park Carver Field Creek Park and Trail Victoria Wintergreen Park Victoria Windmill Creek Park Waconia Oakpointe Park Waconia Bent Creek Park Waconia Map Brook Peterson Park/Lions Skate Park Waconia Map 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Chanhassen Kerber Pond Park Chanhassen Lake Ann Park Chanhassen Greenwood Shores Park Chanhassen Sugarbush Park Chanhassen Chanhassen Nature Preserve Chanhassen Map Roundhouse Park Chanhassen Stone Creek Park Chanhassen Bluff Creek Preserve Chanhassen Map Power Hill Park Chanhassen Sunset Ridge Park Chanhassen Lake Susan Preserve Chanhassen Lake Susan Park Chanhassen Prairie Knoll Park Chanhassen Chanhassen Estates Mini Park Chanhassen Map Bandimere Community Park Chanhassen Map Bandimere Heights Park Chanhassen Map Chanhassen Hills Park Chanhassen Map Bavaria Park Chaska Map Par 30 Golf Course Chaska Chaska Town Course Chaska Map Town Course Park Chaska Kelzer Park Chaska Mcknight Park Chaska Community Park Chaska Friendship Park Chaska Cortina Woods Park Chaska Pioneer Park Chaska Shadow Wood Park Chaska Griep Park Chaska Bluff Park Chaska Map Wood Ridge Park Chaska East Creek Canyon Park Chaska Meadow Park Chaska Community Center Park Chaska Lions Park Chaska Swiss Mountain Park Victoria Kelzer Pond Park Victoria Church Lake Park Victoria Map Salters Park Victoria Diethelm Park Victoria Lions Park Victoria Deer Run Park I & II Victoria Schimelpfenig Park Chaska Firemens Park Ii Chaska Firemens Park I Chaska Athletic Park Chaska Map Hickory Park Chaska Winkel Park Chaska South Lake Virginia Shores Victoria Lake Tamarack Shores and Creek Victoria West Ridge Park Mayer Old Schoolhouse Park Mayer Baylor Regional Park Camden Township Map Kirkelachen Park Victoria Cedar Point Park Waconia Map Schalow Park Chaska Overlook Park Carver Riverside Park Carver City Center Park Chanhassen Map Bluff Creek Park Chanhassen Map Prairie Dawn Park Norwood Young America Skate Board Park Norwood Young America Meadow Park Mayer Highland Park Watertown Ann Street Park Watertown Map Evergreen Park Watertown Kings Meadow Park Watertown Wildflower Park Watertown Sugarbush Park Watertown Rick Johnson Park Watertown City Center Park Watertown Map Mill Park Watertown Pocket Park Watertown Discovery Park Mayer Grove Street Hockey Rink Watertown Sunset Ridge Park Watertown Riverpointe Park Watertown The Landings Watertown Tuscany Village Watertown Waterford Park Waconia Depot Park Carver Gazebo Park Carver Rice Marsh Lake Park Chanhassen Lake Waconia Park Laketown Township Fountain Park Waconia Old Towne Park Waconia Vista Point Park Waconia Legacy Village Park Waconia Interlaken Park Waconia Pinehill Park Waconia Sudheimer Park Waconia Bluff Park Carver Map Other Places to Explore Lowry Nature Center 7025 Victoria Drive, Victoria, 763-694-7650 MN Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, 952-443-1400 Map

	Local Running Clubs Have fun, get exercise, and meet new people by joining a local running club! Renegade Running Club Renegade Running Club is a self-directed group made up of runners from all over the Twin Cities metro area, with the majority coming from the SW metro. Their runs typically take place on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, often in Carver County or nearby. Membership is free and open to runners of all levels. Check out their website for more details and to see a list of scheduled runs: www.renegaderunclub.com Waconia Running Club An informal running group meets daily at Waconia's Gazebo in City Square Park. The group doesn't have any official leaders but different running routes are posted weekly on the Gazebo bulletin board. Participants can split up into groups depending upon each individual's distance and time goals. All ages and abilities are welcome to join. The goal of the group is to chat, run, stretch, and meet some new friends and running partners. Runs take place everyday at 6:30am and 6:30pm.	Running Safety Download this safety information in PDF format Before you lace up your sneakers, here are some important safety tips you'll want to keep in mind: Use sidewalks Always use the sidewalk if there is one available. If there are no sidewalks and you have to run on the road, always run facing traffic. Dress to be seen Wear bright colors or reflective clothing so drivers have an easier time seeing you. Cross at marked crosswalks or intersections Stop and look left, then right, then left again before you step into the street. Always obey traffic signals. Be alert for turning vehicles Drivers are often busy checking traffic when turning which decreases their chances of seeing pedestrians. Vary your route Don't use the same route at the same time every day. Not only is it safer, it's also a lot more interesting. Find a running buddy There is safety in numbers. If you go out without a companion, tell someone which route you will be taking and what time you expect to return. Carry an ID Always carry some form of identification in case of an accident or emergency.

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