The parks in Chanhassen may be considered one of its greatest community builders. With 42 different parks and open spaces as well as the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum nearby, Chanhassen is the host of some of Minnesota’s most beautiful outdoor locations. Some notable examples include: Lake Ann Park: Considered to be Chanhassen’s premier community park, Lake […]

Como Lake is located just northwest of downtown St. Paul featuring numerous outdoor recreational activities and amenities. Como Lake is popular place among local residents because of its abundance of recreational amenities. Como Lake features boating, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boating, hiking trails, fishing, scenic views, and more.  The lake itself covers a total area of […]

Overview of Parks & Trails in Edina The city of Edina is home to a wide array of parks, each offering their own unique amenities. Within each of the city’s four quadrants, residents enjoy a wealth of active and passive outdoor recreational options. This article will examine the parks found within the individual neighborhoods of […]

Profile of the 42 Parks & Trails in Chaska One of the many things that Chaska has to offer is the wide array of parks and trails. Chaska has one of the best parks, trails, and open space systems in the metropolitan area. The park system consists of over 42 well-maintained neighborhood parks, recreational areas […]

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The city of Bethel, Minnesota covers a total area of 0.97 square miles. Although the city itself does not have any parks, there are several nearby that all residents can enjoy. Bethel Wildlife Management Area: The Bethel Wildlife Management Area is a part of Minnesota’s outdoor recreation system was created to help protect the natural landscape and […]

The City of East Bethel, Minnesota is spread out over around 47 square miles of land, 3 square miles of which is water. With so much land space, residents of the city of East Bethel enjoy an abundance of outdoor recreational activities in the city and county parks. Some of the most notable parks include: […]

Lino Lakes is home to an abundance of parks and natural amenities within its 33.21 square miles. Some of the most popular parks and amenities include: Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park Reserve: A 5,500-acre park situated in the heart of Lino Lakes. Rice Creek is one of the largest in the seven-county metropolitan area […]

Woodbury, Minnesota has a total area of 35.56 square miles and offers residents with numerous recreational opportunities. The natural resources in the city give Woodbury its own unique identity. In total, the city of Woodbury is home to 3,290 of city-owned property, which is home to 140 miles of trails, 63 athletic fields, 40 neighborhood parks, […]

Kordiak County Park was the first park in the Anoka County Parks System. This 29-acre park is maintained as a natural retreat for residents and visitors of southern Anoka County. Kordiak County Park is also home to a plaque dedicated to Anoka County Veterans from World War II. It sits by a WWII howitzer cannon. […]

It is no secret that the state of Minnesota is continually at or near the top of America’s healthiest states. Recreation is an important part of the life of Minnesotans. Minnesota’s beautiful trails are one of the reasons that people love calling the Twin Cities home. The Nine Mile Creek Regional Trail is a first-class […]

North St. Paul, Minnesota is home to an extensive parks and trail system. The city lies on just over 3 square miles of land, but maintains 8 different parks. Each of these parks offers unique amenities for residents of the city to enjoy throughout the year. Recently, the city of North St. Paul has been […]

The City of White Bear Lake, Minnesota is laid out over 8.02 square miles of land and 0.64 square miles of water. In order to support their nearly 25,000 residents, White Bear Lake offers an extensive park system. With 24 parks, White Bear Lake offers opportunities and experiences for everybody. Some of the most popular […]

Although there are no parks open to the public within the exclusive city of North Oaks, there are several nearby that residents can enjoy. Bald Eagle-Otter Lake Regional Park: Bald Eagle-Otter Lake Park is just 6 miles from North Oaks and is one of the biggest parks in the area covering 862 acres. The park […]

West St. Paul, Minnesota has an area of 5.01 square miles, 4.91 square miles of which is land and 0.10 square miles of water.  Within the city, there are over 14 different parks offering a variety of amenities for all ages.  Some of the most popular parks include Garlough Park, Marthaler Park, Weschcke Park, Albert […]

South St. Paul, Minnesota is comprised of over 6 square miles of land. The city’s park system maintains 15 different park areas that cover over a total of 240 acres. The different park types include Community Parks, Neighborhood Parks, and Special Use Park Areas. South St. Paul residents enjoy outdoor recreational activities through the various […]

The city of Rosemount, Minnesota covers a total of 35 square miles of land with 302 acres of land reserved for parks. Rosemount maintains approximately 23 different parks with numerous options for outdoor activities. Some of the most notable parks include: Bloomfield Park: Named after the development in which it is located, Bloomfield park offers […]

Centered around the Cannon River, Northfield has a wide variety of parkland. The city has reserved over 400 acres of land for its 35 different parks for residents to enjoy recreational activities in the great outdoors. Some of the most notable parks include: Odd Fellows Park: Located just blocks from Saint Olaf College, Odd Fellows […]

The city of Farmington maintains a wide range of parkland. The Farmington community currently offers 913 acres of parkland open space, natural areas for residents to participate in active or passive activities. Approximately 48 miles of paved trails, nature trails, and boardwalks provide opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. There are a multitude of different recreational […]

The city of Eagan is comprised of around 33 square miles of rolling hills, lakes, rivers, and woods. Approximately 1,400 acres of maintained land is spread throughout 56 different parks. The majority of Eagan’s park system is located in Lebanon Hills Park. Some of the most notable parks include: Holz Farm Park: A popular destination […]

The city of Lakeville consists of over 36 square miles of land and 1.7 square miles of water. Lakeville’s Park and Recreation Department maintains a total of 62 properties, mainly consisting of parks, athletic fields, trails, and beaches. Within the city, there are more than 100 miles of pedestrian and bike trails and 1,400 acres […]

With 17.5 square miles of rolling hills, quarries, woods, and lakes, Apple Valley is the perfect destination for outdoor activities throughout the year. The city is home to 48 parks with numerous recreational opportunities like softball, swimming, tennis, skating, picnicking, and more. Farquar Park: This is one of Apple Valley’s most popular destinations to enjoy […]