Lake Nokomis

Geography

Location

Lake Nokomis is located east of the Mississippi River and south of Lake Hiawatha, in South Minneapolis.

Shape

The lake is shaped like an L. The lower part of the L is seperated from the vertical part by Cedar Avenue.

Utilization

Lake Nokomis has recently undergone a preservation project, creating areas of grassland around it. Several artificial ponds have been added to a more practical degree, as the areas where they are now were almost always flooded.

The lake is used by the surrounding population for many reasons. Fishing is excellent, as the lake is host to several game fish. The two beaches on the lake are popular recreation areas in the hot summers. And since the lake is surrounded by a relatively large park, many sports are practiced there.