Overview of Fox Meadow Neighborhood The Fox Meadow neighborhood name appointees seemingly couldn’t choose between two existing names that came from the geographical characteristics of Fox Meadow, so they picked the name of the only park in the neighborhood. The Fox Meadow neighborhood is located in the Northwest quadrant of the city of Edina. It […]

Joining with it’s neighboring lakeshore cities, the city of Excelsior, Minnesota has a special connection to the beautiful Lake Minnetonka. The city directly borders the lake’s shores, and the residents of Excelsior enjoy its scenic beauty among the other parks and trails running throughout the city. Some of the most notable outdoor areas in Excelsior […]

Overview of Creek Valley Neighborhood More than half of the Creek Valley neighborhood is publicly owned land. Some of it is park and open space, but more of it is school property. Creek Valley is situated in the Southwest quadrant of the city of Edina. It is bordered on the north by Highway 62, on […]

Excelsior, Minnesota is a small, lakeshore city with a close-knit community revolving around Lake Minnetonka. While only encompassing a mere 0.69 square miles and having a population of just over 2,000 residents, this artsy city has a very strong sense of community. This is most evidently seen through its community amenities, events, and ideal location. […]

Overview of Bresden Park Neighborhood With a population of 1,700 residents, Bredesen Park is situated in the Northwest quadrant of the city of Edina. It is bordered on the north by Walnut Ridge Park, on the east by the eastern edge of Bredesen Park, on the south by Highway 212, and on the west by […]

Overview of Birchcrest Neighborhood With a population of 850 residents, the Birchcrest neighborhood is situated in the Northwest quadrant of Edina and is also the geographical center of the city. The neighborhood got its name from the area’s first developer. It is bordered on the east by Highway 100, on the south by Highway 62, […]

Overview of White Oaks Neighborhood With a population of 500 residents, White Oaks is also one of the smallest Edina neighborhoods. Situated in the northeast quadrant of the city of Edina, it is bordered on the north by 46th Street/Sunnyside Road, on the east by France Avenue, on the south by 49th Street, and on […]

Overview of Sunny Slope Neighborhood With a population of 200 residents, Sunny Slope is situated in the Northwest quadrant of the city of Edina.  It is bounded on the north and east by the wandering Minnehaha Creek, on the south by 50th St, and on the west by Highway 100. Of its 360 homes, most […]

Overview of Community Life in Eden Prairie Consistently ranked in the top 10 places to live in Minnesota, and even rated “best place to live in the United States” by CNN’s Money Magazine in 2010, Eden Prairie Minnesota is widely recognized as a great city. But what is it that makes living in this city so […]

Overview of Strachauer Park Neighborhood With a population of 800 residents, the Strachauer Park neighborhood is situated in the Northeast quadrant of the city of Edina. It is bordered by 60th Street to the north, Xerxes Avenue to the east, Highway 62 to the south, and France Avenue to the west. This mainly residential neighborhood […]

While best known for its location on Lake Minnetonka, the city of Wayzata, MN has an extensive system of beautiful parks and trails. With 16 parks, two major trails, and two docks available to the public, Wayzata is full of wonderful options for outdoors enthusiasts. Some of the most notable examples include:   Lake Minnetonka: […]

The city of Carver Minnesota has an interconnected network of parks, trails, and natural resource areas for public use. Its recreational elements are one of the key elements that define the quality of life that Carver offers to its residents. RIVERSIDE PARK: is located along the riverfront and has trail access, a boat launch, archery range, and parking […]

Overview of St. Paul The city of St. Paul, commonly referred to as “the most livable city”, is one of the largest and most famous cities within the state of Minnesota. As the state’s capitol, St. Paul holds a special significance among the hearts of Minnesota residents. Encompassing an area of over 56 square miles […]

The city of Minnetrista, Minnesota prides itself on having a quiet, rural, and lakeside community. With a population of just over 6,000 residents, and encompassing a 32 square mile area, this small community is united around the nearby Lake Minnetonka and the outdoors. In addition to the lakes and parks in and around the city, residents […]

Overview of Grandview Neighborhood With a population of 900 residents, Grandview is situated in the northwest quadrant of the city of Edina. It is bordered on the north by Interlachen Boulevard, on the east by Highway 100, on the south by the railroad tracks that run just along the Our Lady of Grace Church and […]

Long before the settlers and pioneers arrived, Victoria Minnesota was inhabited by Native Americans. The Native group was the Dakota Indians, and the tribe that settled in the Carver area was the Mdewakanton tribe.Michael Diethelm, from Switzerland, is said to be the first European settler in the Victoria area when he set up a temporary […]

Parks are an integral part of the city of Victoria’s community. With over 200 acres of reserved land, 22 parks, and 12 lakes, Victoria has been nicknamed “the City of Lakes and Parks”. This extensive focus on preservation and outdoor beauty appreciation is apparent in the high- quality, well-managed parks that exist within the city’s […]

Overview of Park & Trails in Eden Prairie The city of Eden Prairie Minnesota offers an extensive range of parks, open spaces, historic sites, and trails for the public to explore. With 37 parks, five special use facilities, seven historic sites, and 15 conservation areas, the parks of Eden Prairie provide a wide range amenities […]

The city of Orono, Minnesota was founded in 1858, the same year that Minnesota became a state. In April, 1889, Major George Brackett, who was a pioneer from Orono, Maine, founded the area of today’s city of Orono to be a separate township from the surrounding locations. The town got its name, Orono, from Chief […]

The parks and trails located in Orono, Minnesota are some of the most magnificent in the state of Minnesota. With several parks and trails being located on the shores of Lake Minnetonka, and a heavy community emphasis placed on ecological preservation, Orono is home to several breathtaking venues. Some notable examples include:   Big Island […]