For over a century, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board has gained experience in park management, including the development and enhancement of park and recreation facilities and programs. The following quick facts about our park system will give you an idea of the scope of that task. You may be surprised by how much we have to offer.
Number of...
Year agency established 1883
Regional parks visits 15.4 Million
Estimated neighborhood park visits 5 Million
Acres of land and water 6,743
Park properties 182
Boulevard trees 200,000
Lakes and ponds 17
Recreation centers 49
Water parks 2
Wading pools 60
Authorized beaches 12
Sports fields 396
Skate parks 6
Gardens 12
Fishing piers 7
Boat launches 6
Canoe launches 4
Miles of parkways 55
Miles of Grand Rounds walking paths 51
Miles of Grand Rounds biking paths 51
Bird sanctuaries 2
Dog off-leash recreation areas 6
Golf courses 7
Golf driving ranges 3
Winter recreation area 1
Indoor ice arenas 2
Outdoor ice rink locations 23
Acres of lakes 1,491
Acres of Mississippi River shoreline parkland 598.10
Gallons of water in Lake Calhoun 4.7 billion gallons
Computer labs open to public 27
Outdoor performance stages 4
Playgrounds 215
