Minnehaha Regional Park is a 193-acre riverfront park in Minneapolis that draws more than 850,000 annual visitors, immortalized in a poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. The park was established in 1889, named for the indigenous Dakota word meaning "waterfall" for its impressive 53-foot waterfall. In 1937, the park acquired the Longfellow House, a former part of the Longfellow Gardens attraction, which has been converted into a visitor center for the Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway. Sculptures on display at the park include Hiawatha and Minnehaha by Jakob Fjelde, constructed for the Chicago World's Fair of 1893. Visitors amenities offered include biking and walking paths, a disc golf course, children's playgrounds, and volleyball courts.

Address: 4801 S Minnehaha Dr, Minneapolis, MN 55417, Phone: 612-230-6400

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