East Bush Lake Beach
Minneapolis, Minnesota · on Bush Lake · East Bush Lake Park
Verified · 5 independent sources · top-verified
- WATER
- lake
- ACCESS
- Designated swim area
- FEE
- No fee found
- SEASON
- Varies by conditions
About East Bush Lake Beach
East Bush Lake Beach is a designated swimming beach on Bush Lake within Bush Lake Park (part of the Hyland-Bush-Anderson Lakes Park Reserve) in Bloomington, Minnesota. The swimming hole has been a popular summertime spot since 1956 and, as of January 2026, is operated by Three Rivers Park District under a cooperative agreement with the City of Bloomington.
Bush Lake sits within the Hyland-Bush-Anderson Lakes Park Reserve, a suburban Twin Cities park reserve in Bloomington offering paved and unpaved trails, picnic shelters, and boat access alongside the swimming beach.
Swimming at East Bush Lake Beach
Official swimming beach on a natural lake described by the park district as having clear, shallow water and excellent water quality; the designated swim area is marked off with yellow buoys/markers along the water's edge, suiting families and casual lake swimmers.
How to get to this swimming hole
Located at 9401 W Bush Lake Road, Bloomington, MN 55438, within Bush Lake Park.
The hike in
East Bush Lake Beach is a drive-up, address-based public swimming beach (9401 W Bush Lake Road, Bloomington, MN) within the larger Hyland-Bush-Anderson Lakes Park Reserve trail network (8.6 mi paved bike trails, 17.8 mi turf hiking trails elsewhere in the reserve), but no official source describes any trail or walk leading to this beach, access is directly to the sand from the park grounds.
No hike is needed to reach the swimming area itself.
Plan your visit
Bringing kids
OK with supervision
Sandy beach with a yellow-buoy-marked swim area and an adjacent playground, described by the park district as having clear, shallow water and excellent water quality, generally family-friendly. However, no source confirms lifeguard staffing, and the lake also has a public boat launch (motors up to 6 hp) and canoe/kayak/paddleboard traffic nearby, so direct supervision is warranted.
Water clarity
Clear
Three Rivers Park District's own page describes Bush Lake water as clear and shallow with excellent water quality. No independent visitor confirmation could be obtained, so this rating rests on the official source only.
Hours
Daily, 5 AM-10 PM (Three Rivers Park District standard park hours, confirmed on both the Bush Lake Park and Hyland Lake Park Reserve pages)
On the water
Restrictions: Public boat launch permits motorboats up to 6 horsepower only; canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards are also permitted. The designated swim area is separated from boat traffic by yellow buoys/markers.
Watercraft racks/rental lockers can be reserved online first-come, first-served through the Three Rivers Park District system.
Rentals nearby
One- and two-person kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, each with paddles and life jackets provided, via an on-site self-serve kiosk
On-site at East Bush Lake Beach / Bush Lake Park, 9401 W Bush Lake Road, Bloomington, MN · Seasonal: Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day
Backstory
Beach has been enjoyed by Minnesotans since 1956. Management transferred from the City of Bloomington to Three Rivers Park District under a five-year cooperative operating agreement beginning January 1, 2025.
East Bush Lake Beach: FAQ
Is East Bush Lake Beach kid friendly?
Sandy beach with a yellow-buoy-marked swim area and an adjacent playground, described by the park district as having clear, shallow water and excellent water quality, generally family-friendly. However, no source confirms lifeguard staffing, and the lake also has a public boat launch (motors up to 6 hp) and canoe/kayak/paddleboard traffic nearby, so direct supervision is warranted.
Do I need to hike to reach East Bush Lake Beach?
No significant hike is required. The swimming area is close to parking and access.
Where do I park for East Bush Lake Beach?
Official Three Rivers Park District pages for Bush Lake / Bush Lake Park / Hyland Lake Park Reserve do not state parking lot type, capacity, or any fee; not found despite checking multiple official pages.
Can I bring a kayak or paddleboard to East Bush Lake Beach?
Watercraft racks/rental lockers can be reserved online first-come, first-served through the Three Rivers Park District system.
What are the rules at East Bush Lake Beach?
Swim area is bounded by yellow markers; park is open daily 5 AM-10 PM.
What water body is East Bush Lake Beach on?
East Bush Lake Beach is on Bush Lake, a natural lake verified in USGS hydrography data.
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