Mountain Lake Active Transportation Plan

This project is led by a coalition that includes representatives of the City of Mountain Lake, the Southwest Regional Development Commission, Mountain Lake Public Schools and Christian Schools, Des Moines Valley Health and Human Services, the Mountain Lake Active Living Committee, the Lake Commision, and the Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging. This Active Transportation Plan is funded through MnDOT’s Active Transportation Program.

The following vision and goals will guide the future of active transportation in Mountain Lake:

Vision

• A community-informed network of safe and convenient sidewalks, bikeways, and trails connecting all residents to key destinations and amenities.

Goals

• All Ages & Abilities: All Ages & Abilities: Create a safe and convenient pedestrian and bike network that is comfortable and accessible for all users.
• Health & Well-being: Provide an active transportation system that encourages a healthy active lifestyle for residents and improves community health outcomes.
• Connectivity: Enable walking, rolling, and biking connections for all residents to key destinations and services.
• Recreation Access: Ensure trail access to lake, water, park and indoor recreation opportunities.
• Outreach & Education: Empower all residents to embrace Mountain Lake's sidewalk and trail system and understand the benefits of active transportation.