We had a picnic lunch on the beach at Chain of Lakes Regional Park in Minneapolis a few weeks ago. The Chain of Lakes and Grand Rounds Scenic Byway is a popular destination for walking, biking, swimming, and boating. Green parks, bike trails, and walking paths surround the lakes while fishing, wind surfing, swimming, sailing, canoeing, and paddle boarding are all popular activities among summertime visitors. The Chain of Lakes draws millions of visitors each year making it the second most popular visitor destination after the Mall of America.