The City of Saint Paul acquired the land in 1899 at a cost of $22,000. The park was opened to the public soon after. The park named after early set...
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Lake Elmo Park Reserve is 2,165 acres (3.5 square miles) with 80 percent of its acreage set aside for preservation and protection. This portion wil...
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About:For over one hundred years, Como Park has played a vital role in meeting the recreational needs of residents of Saint Paul and surrounding co...
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Overview
Square Lake Park is designated as a Regional "Special Recreation Feature" by the Metropolitan Council, because of Square Lake's out...
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Highland Park was acquired by the City in 1925 largely due to the efforts of Commissioner of Parks Herman Wenzel. Undeveloped when it was purchased...
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Coon Lake County Park, at 125 acres, offers a pleasant retreat from the city with its natural setting and sense of solitude.
The public boat launc...
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Histry of Minnehaha Park:
Name: The park was officially named Minnehaha State Park when it was purchased by Minneapolis for the state of Minn...
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