Quick Summary:

  • The parks of Minneapolis encompass the defining river banks and lakes of the city.
  • Some feature ecological wonders, historical significance, and stunning beauty, all within the thriving city urban setting.
  • Minneapolis Parks are not to be missed while exploring everything Minneapolis has to offer.


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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Boom Island Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Boom Island Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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2. Brownie Lake Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Brownie Lake Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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3. Bryant Square Park

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Bryant Square Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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4. Central Mississippi Riverfront Regional Park

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Central Mississippi Riverfront Regional Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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5. Columbia Park

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Columbia Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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6. Corcoran Park

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Corcoran Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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7. Dickman Park

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Dickman Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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8. Father Hennepin Bluff Park

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Father Hennepin Bluff Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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9. Kenwood Park

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Kenwood Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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10. Lake Harriet Bandshell Park

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Lake Harriet Bandshell Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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11. Lake Hiawatha Park

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Lake Hiawatha Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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12. Lake Nokomis Park

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Lake Nokomis Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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13. Linden Hills Park

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Linden Hills Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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14. Lyndale Park Gardens

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Lyndale Park Gardens | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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15. Mill Ruins Park

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Mill Ruins Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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16. Minnehaha Regional Park

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Minnehaha Regional Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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17. Mississippi Gorge Regional Park

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Mississippi Gorge Regional Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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18. Painter Park

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Painter Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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19. Powderhorn Park

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Powderhorn Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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20. Riverside Park

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Riverside Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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21. Sheridan Memorial Park

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Sheridan Memorial Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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22. Theodore Wirth Regional Park

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Theodore Wirth Regional Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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23. Waite Park

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Waite Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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24. Whittier Park

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Whittier Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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25. Windom Park

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Windom Park | Minneapolis Parks: Where to Enjoy Nature, Trails & Green Spaces
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Summary & FAQ Boom Island Park Brownie Lake Park Bryant Square Park Central Mississippi Riverfront Regional Park Columbia Park Corcoran Park Dickman Park Father Hennepin Bluff Park Kenwood Park Lake Harriet Bandshell Park Lake Hiawatha Park Lake Nokomis Park Linden Hills Park Lyndale Park Gardens Mill Ruins Park Minnehaha Regional Park Mississippi Gorge Regional Park Painter Park Powderhorn Park Riverside Park Sheridan Memorial Park Theodore Wirth Regional Park Waite Park Whittier Park Windom Park

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