MINNEHAHA REGIONAL PARK
4801 South Minnehaha Park Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55417 Directions
Since 1883
Here’s The Deal:
Minnehaha Regional Park is one of the historical and most famous parks with a spectacular 53-foot waterfall, calcareous bluffs, and river views that draw over 850,000 visitors per year. There are beautiful paths that overlook nearby the falls and meander. It also has a family-friendly outdoor dining spot. During the summer, the gardens are so stunning that many people at this location want to hold weddings. Visit to observe the peak growing season at any time between June and September. There is even a place downstream where kids can wade into the water and explore. It's lovely with calcareous cliffs and river overlooks. The 193-acre riverfront park has miles of trails, and a waterfall celebrated in a Longfellow poem. Minnehaha Regional Park also features many picnic areas, bike and pedestrian paths, and great views.
SPECIALTY:
Biking Path, Pet-Friendly, Crushed Limestone, Picnic Area, Decorative and Drinking Fountain, Garden, Playground, Beautiful Wildflowers, Wildlife, Walking, Rented Bikes, Picnicking, Biking, National Park, Scenic Railroad, Bird Watching & Waterfalls
Price: Parking prices: $1.50(Per Hours)
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ELOISE BUTLER WILDFLOWER GARDEN
1 Theodore Wirth Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55405 Directions
Since 1907
Here’s The Deal:
Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden has over 500 species of plants and 130 species of birds and attracts 60,000 visitors a year. It is a hidden gem in Minneapolis. Visitors can enjoy impressive seasonal shows in woodland, wetland, and prairie areas of native wildflowers. Each environment provides a diverse ecosystem supporting various plant, animal, and bird types. Enjoy the benefits of parking in specially designated areas in some of their most famous regional parks. The large variety of flora and fauna in Minnesota portrayed here offers countless opportunities to research and appreciate the beauty of their natural heritage throughout the season. Park provides 1.5 miles of well-maintained wood chip trails, which will lead you through this area. Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden is an excellent place to go and get away from the city. It is one of those places in Minneapolis that makes you forget you're in the middle of the city.
SPECIALTY:
Visitor Shelter, Drinking Fountain, River, Outdoor Activities, Walking Path, Public Art, Nature Trails, Garden, Picnic Shelters, Beach, Biking, Guided & Self-guided tour trails.
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MISSISSIPPI GORGE REGIONAL PARK
3349 West River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55406 Directions
Since 1883
Here’s The Deal:
Mississippi Gorge Regional Park is a 132-hectare park flanking the Mississippi River's eastern and western sides. The Mississippi River Gorge area has plenty to bring to tourists during the year. Tourists can imagine what the savanna culture of 36th Street oaks looked like before the European-American settlement. It has a river and is perfect for all levels of ability. Park offers the visitor Hiking and photography. The Prairie area is scattered with oak trees providing biking, hiking trails, picnic shelters, and fishing. Visitors can hike the Winchell Trail, which runs along the Mississippi River's west side between Franklin Avenue and 44th Street. There is plenty of space to explore the forest, river, and rocks.
SPECIALTY:
Beach, Kid-Friendly, Outdoor Use, Event Space, Walking Trails, Trail Running, Nature Trips, River, Biking, Hiking, Picnic shelters & Birdwatching